Ald. Pratt Introduces Communication File to Discuss Ongoing Flooding Concerns

After several days of storms, Milwaukee has seen an additional round of flooding that has affected residents, many of whom were also impacted by the historic flood last August. In the wake of this most recent flooding, Alderwoman Andrea M. Pratt has introduced a communication file to discuss the topic. The Alderwoman wants to host a public discussion about certain intersections and areas throughout the city that have resulted in ongoing problems when the rain picks up.

“Last year’s flooding caused so much harm to residents all across the city. That flooding event was historic, but so far this spring we’ve experienced storm events that, while not historic, have caused major flooding issues in parts of the city nonetheless,” said Ald. Pratt. “We need to have a discussion about these areas that seem to be recurring hot spots for flood activity, and investigate what can be done to mitigate issues in the future. The expectation that flooding will occur whenever we have heavy rainfall should not be a standard we accept.”

It is anticipated that the communication file will be heard at the next meeting of the Common Council’s Public Works Committee on Wednesday, April 29, at 9 a.m. in room 301-B of City Hall, 200 E. Wells St.

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