Public Meeting on Floodplain Management Plan
For Immediate Release
Chatham County, GA (July 12, 2024) - Chatham County has prepared an updated Floodplain Management Plan and is seeking input on the draft plan. A final public meeting for this planning process will be held both in person and virtually on Tuesday, July 16th at 5:30 pm. Join us in person at 124 Bull St., Savannah, GA 31401 on the second floor, or sign up HERE to request online access to the meeting. The draft plan will be presented for review and comment. The public is encouraged to provide input on mitigation strategies that the County can implement to protect people and property from flood impacts.
WHAT: Hybrid Public Meeting on Floodplain Management Plan
WHEN: Tuesday, July 16, 2024, at 5:30 pm
WHERE: Commission Chambers (2nd floor),124 Bull St., Savannah, GA 31401 OR virtually
DETAILS: The Floodplain Management Plan:
- evaluates the County’s flood hazards and vulnerability
- assesses local capabilities to implement flood mitigation projects
- identifies a wide range of mitigation actions that the County can pursue to reduce flood risk and protect the people and property of Chatham County
The plan also supports the County’s Community Rating System participation, which provides flood insurance policyholders in Chatham County with a discount on their insurance premiums.
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Contact
Abby Murphy, CPC
Chatham County Public Information Office
Office: 912-652-7968
Email: amurphy@chathamcounty.org
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