INT. PLANNING COMMISSION OFFICE - DAY

The room is filled with members of the Planning Commission, including the Chairperson, and City staff members. They sit around a large conference table with papers spread out in front of them. CAITLIN CASTELLANO, a Senior Planner, stands at the front of the room, ready to present the Flood Reduction and Sea Level Rise Resiliency Project.

CHAIRPERSON
Alright, everyone, let’s begin. Today, we have Caitlin Castellano here to present the Flood Reduction and Sea Level Rise Resiliency Project. Caitlin, please proceed.

Caitlin nods and begins her presentation, using a projector to display images of the project locations and stormwater basins.

CAITLIN
Thank you, Chairperson. Good morning, everyone. Today, I will be presenting the Flood Reduction and Sea Level Rise Resiliency Project, which is a proposal by the City of Eureka. The purpose of this project is to reduce flooding and increase sea level rise resiliency of public infrastructure within urbanized coastal areas of the City, while also improving water quality in Humboldt Bay.

Caitlin flips through the slides to show the specific improvements and components of the project.

CAITLIN (CONT’D)
The project includes replacing undersized storm drain piping and culverts, installing tide gates, Low Impact Development features, such as rain gardens, and trash capture devices. We also plan to enhance the stormwater storage capacity of Palco Marsh.

She pauses and looks at the Commission members.

CAITLIN (CONT’D)
The majority of the project components are located within street segments and intersections throughout the City. We have identified key locations, such as Del Norte Street, Short Street, and Koster Street, where stormwater pipe replacements and Low Impact Development installations will take place.

Caitlin continues to provide detailed information about the project, including its background, purpose, and benefits.

CAITLIN (CONT’D)
The proposed project was developed through community engagement and is included in the Eureka Area Watersheds Storm Water Resource Plan. It is also a part of the City’s Capital Improvement Program. The project aims to address the current flooding issues and prepare for future sea level rise impacts. By improving the storm drain network, installing tide and flap gates, and implementing Low Impact Development measures, we can reduce flooding, protect public infrastructure, and improve water quality in Humboldt Bay.

She concludes her presentation and looks towards the Commission members for questions or comments.

CHAIRPERSON
Thank you, Caitlin, for the thorough presentation. Now, let’s open the floor for any questions or comments from the Commission.

The scene ends with the Commission members engaging in a discussion about the Flood Reduction and Sea Level Rise Resiliency Project.

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