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Council members praise Public Works as drainage improvements and hydrant phase 2 reduce flooding risk
Summary
Council members reported no recent flooding despite heavy rains and praised Public Works’ drainage improvements; council also noted progress on a phase-2 fire hydrant program and exchanged estimates about quantities and fund impacts.
Council members used the special meeting to report on recent weather-related responses and infrastructure work, saying that Public Works’ drainage improvements helped prevent flooding during recent heavy rains. Committee member (S4) recounted citizen reports that despite substantial rainfall the city experienced no flooding, crediting drainage work for that outcome.
Members also discussed the ongoing fire hydrant program, confirming a completed phase 1 and noting a second phase in progress; speakers provided rough counts for the first phase and said phase 2 is underway. The comments were part of council updates and did not lead to formal action during the meeting.
