City of Windsor Launches Sewer Master Plan Website and Encourages Resident Participation

The City of Windsor has kicked off work on its Sewer Master Plan.  A key element of the plan was launched today with the website, weatheringthestorm.ca.  The interactive website will provide updated information on the progress of the Sewer Master Plan, as well as dates and locations for public information centres that will be held to gather information and update residents on the process and to outline opportunities for individuals to become more closely involved in the development of the Sewer Master Plan.  Consultation and development of the plan will be a two year process giving individuals many opportunities to join the discussion and share their stories.  Resident input, communication and consultation are essential in order for the plan to succeed. 

The Sewer Master Plan is a key element of the 8-Point Plan released by Mayor Drew Dilkens late last year in response to the significant rainfall events in 2016 and 2017 that resulted in flooding in and around the homes of thousands of Windsor residents. The plan will confirm the areas that are vulnerable to flooding, identify reasons for the flooding, generate and evaluate short and long-term alternative solutions, and develop a long-range implementation strategy to manage flooding in the City.

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