Ignorance and arrogance made a dangerous combination when decisions are made affecting the safety and welfare of citizens. The Town of Christiansburg's abject failure to properly plan for and manage stormwater affects more than just Christiansburg citizens.
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Storm water Management? Duh! Christiansburg VA gets an “F”
Flooding around Christiansburg, more rain to come. Poor luck or poor planning for stormwater management?
Low Impact Development Part 2: What is this new stuff?
Low Impact Development has a lot of benefits for developers, taxpayers, the environment and the future. What are some of the issues? Are local governments supporting these efforts? What are some of the things you, as an individual, can do in your own yard?
Low Impact Development — Now THAT’S PROGRESSIVE
Stormwater is not something that has suddenly appeared in the world. It has been in existence since the first drop of water fell from the sky (an act of God, if you will). Originally associated with rainfall, it now, includes a myriad of human activities including, but not limited to: excessive watering of lawns...
The Many Faces of Storm Water
What does the water standing in your backyard after a rain and the pending severe floods in North Dakota have in common? They are both the result of stormwater.
Christiansburg Planning Commission Meeting on 3/16/09
It should be interesting to see how Town Council handles the issues involving areas where stormwater is a significant problem. Several months ago, the town was to have made modification to the existing codes concerning stormwater after an audit was performed by the DEQ (Department of Environmental Quality).
