The area has flooded a number of times in the past 35 years. Flooding provides a hazard to homeowners.

There are many benefits; permanent drainage, protection against future flooding and property damage, a safer neighborhood, and minimal impact to Mr. Haas' property.

There will be some short-term construction related impacts, but no significant long term negative impacts.

Right now folks are having difficulty leaving the (flooded) area.

We think it's going to revitalize the whole area.

We need diapers badly. We're the only organization in this area that provides diapers.