TC member Vic DeLuca said the utility would enable the town to help prevent flooding, fix/add infrastructure, and incentivize residents to reduce impervious surfaces. Some public commenters questioned whether a new utility was the most effective way to deal with challenges.
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EnvironmentGovernmentInfrastructureMaplewood
Maplewood Intros New Storm Water Utility to Fund Infrastructure Projects
The utility will provide a regular pool of funds for annual drainage improvements and be funded by residential and commercial properties, with fees ranging from $35-$175 annually based on the amount of impervious surface on a property.
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“We don’t want to impose more fees on our residents, but the world is changing. Climate change is happening, infrastructure is aging, and we need to be able to keep our residents safe.” — TC member Deborah Engel
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Arts & CultureSouth Orange
SOPAC Closed to Public Until December, Due to ‘Far More Extensive’ Damage from Ida
From the South Orange Performing Arts Center: Just days before the South Orange Performing…
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Want to know what is happening in your community? WE MAKE IT EASY! Try…
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MaplewoodSchools / Kids
Maplewood Memorial Library Closed From Flooding, Will Not Reopen Before Construction Begins
From the Maplewood Library: Due to extensive flood damage, the Main Library at 51…
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GovernmentPolice and FireSouth Orange
South Orange Closes Library, Fields, Tennis Courts, Public Works in Aftermath of Storm
From South Orange Village President Sheena Collum: South Orange Neighbors: While there is significant…
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From Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr.: The social media message stating that…
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MaplewoodPolice and Fire
PHOTOS: Flood Damage the Morning After in Maplewood Village, Memorial Park
by Joy Yagidby Joy YagidA bright morning greeted bleary-eyed locals today, after many spent the night bailing out…
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The Maplewood Police have issued a weather advisory warning residents of the coastal storm…
