AMES, Iowa – Two public input sessions to discuss flooding issues and mitigation alternatives will continue into November. Open house meetings are planned from 1 to 3 p.m. (presentation at 1 p.m.) and from 6 to 8 p.m. (presentation at 6 p.m.) on Wednesday, Nov. 14 at Quality Inn & Suites, 2601 E. 13th St.
The goal of this study is to identify ways to reduce the impact of future flooding on the Ames community. The success of this study relies on resident and property owner participation.
Ames’ location at the confluence of Squaw Creek and South Skunk River has created challenges with flooding over the years. Major floods occurred in 1965, 1975, 1990, twice in 1993, 1996, 2007, 2008, and 2010. The most recent flood was severe and affected many residents and businesses. It also motivated the Ames City Council to pursue the Ames Flood Mitigation Study.
The first meeting with the Ames City Council was held on October 16 as part of a City Council workshop. In addition, meetings with the City Council are planned in November and January 2013 as the flood mitigation study progresses.
Learn more and join the project mailing list for meeting notifications at www.cityofames.org.
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