HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 91-43 Resolution No. R91-43
A RESOLUTION ENDQRSING THE U.S. ARMY CORFS
OF ENGINEERS CLEAR CREEK DRAINAGE DISTRICT
PR�JECT �N CHIGGER CREEK.
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BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
FRIENDSWOOD, TEXAS:
WHEREAS, A serious flood problem exists along the banks of
Chigger Creek where residential areas have been subjected to
repeated flooding and extensive property loss from rising
waters in the creek due to the unimproved creek banks; and
WHEREAS, the citizens continue to suffer economic loss and
mental anguish as a result of flooding; and
WHEREAS, substantial vegetation avergrowth has occurred along
the existing creek resulting in flow restrictions along the
creek and causing flows to back up during periods of high
waterf low; and
WHEREAS, the City supports the preservation of wetlands and
environmental habitats, we are supportive of the
develapment of Chigger Creek to improve drainage in a manner
which has a minimum impact on the environment while
maximizing the flow and storage capacity along Chigger
Creek. Whenever possible, large trees along the bank should be
left intact to prevent erosion and to enhance the project
aesthetically. Whenever possible, oxbows (existing) shauld be
retained for additional storage capacity. Other appropriate
measures should be undertaken as necessary to prevent financial
and/or aesthetic injury to property owners along the creek.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE City Councilmembers of
the City of Friendswaod, Texas:
THAT the City wholeheartedly supports the proposed
channel rectification work by the Clear Creek
Drainage District as indicated above.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND RESOLVED THIS 23RD DAY OF SEPTEMBER, 1991.
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aul Schrader
Mayor
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De oris Arche , CMC
City Secretary