City of Carbondale, Greater Egypt Regional Planning Commission creating storm event photo database
CARBONDALE, Ill. (KBSI) – The City of Carbondale and the Greater Egypt Regional Planning Commission are partnerting to maintain a database of urban flooding evidence to aid in the creation of the Comprehensive Stormwater Master Plan.
Anyone who notices urban flooding during rainfall is asked to submit photos or videos to document its impact on the community. Visit https://arcg.is/1C8a5G0 to submit photos/videos.
The data and metadata provided by the photos will help create a full picture of urban flooding occurring in the Carbondale community.
This evidence will help:
- Document patterns of flooding
- Secure funding to create “blue-green infrastructure” and traditional stormwater infrastructure improvements
- Guide local officials in decision-making.
The responses will help document patterns of flooding, provide evidence of issues for grant applications, and guide local officials when planning infrastructure improvements.
“As Carbondale continues to grow and evolve, it’s imperative that we prioritize the safety and well-being of our residents by addressing the challenges posed by urban flooding,” said Interim City Manager Stan Reno. “Through this survey, we’re empowering our community to play an active role in shaping the future of our stormwater management efforts. By collecting valuable data and insights, we can develop a comprehensive stormwater master plan that meets the needs of our city and ensures a resilient, sustainable future for generations to come.”
