February 12, 2014 Park Board Meeting

Stormwater Subcommittee Report

  • The group met February 10 and plans to meet monthly.
  • Discussed installing a "green" permeable paver parking lot at York Commons.
  • The Berteau property was not addressed as deed restrictions are still being reviewed.
  • The City gave an update on macro solutions to stormwater solutions including the future of the rear-yard drain program and construction guidelines.

Unfinished Business: Stormwater Management Discussion

Board Vice President Ubriaco opened the table for stormwater management discussion.  Commissioner Kies asked for clarification on the aforementioned permeable paver concept at York Commons parking lot.  Commissioner Howard stated that initial costs are significant but if spread over 50 years, it would pay for itself as it does not require an energy source.

The Board discussed other water retention options including using City property for stormwater retention, the City purchasing flood area property, Berteau property deed restrictions, and upland stormwater management.