Solving Northeast Ohio's flooding issues are at the top of the list.
Lakus told News 5 she's pleased Cuyahoga County leaders are inviting resident input on the plan through May 2 and is urging homeowners to get involved by reading the plan and adding their thoughts on how it can be improved.
Mark Christie, Cuyahoga County Emergency Manager, told News 5 the plan breaks the county down into eight regions and makes a reassessment of all things that influence risks. The plan covers more than 20 different hazards, both naturally occurring, like tornadoes, snowstorms and earthquakes, as well as technological hazards, like utility outages, hazmat spills, pandemics and acts of terrorism.
David Ritter, Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District Manager of Watershed Technical Support told News 5 the sewer district is helping with the new plan. John Corn, Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District Emergency Management and Business Continuity Program Manager said residents can give their input on the plan online or in person at several county locations.
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