So it’s incremental, but it’s really happening.”Hale showed up armed with binders of studies on Five Corners flooding, which he used to argue that the time had come for action. She added that the businesses are anxious for concrete next steps, and concerned about a lack of tangible response. Robinson updated business owners on town, commission, and state efforts to address Five Corners. A key missing piece during planning stages, said Robinson, is the cooperation of private property owners in flood-prone areas. For Lagoon Pond Road, Robinson said, long-term options are limited.

Source: New York Times February 15, 2024 15:27 UTC