•The six storm culverts, which are in need of replacement or significant repair to maintain water flow and prevent flooding.

•Several aging lift stations that require upgrading to prevent overflows and wastewater releases into the island's waterways.

•400 miles of stormwater pipes that are approaching or have exceeded their 50-year design life and are in dire need of replacement.

The lack of effective stormwater management hassignificant consequences for both residents and visitors. During heavy rainfalls, streets become impassable, and residents who live in flood-prone areas are at risk of losing their homes and businesses. In 2018, a critical flood inundated the city's downtown area, leaving behind thousands of dollars in damages and displacing many residents. "We all know that the stormwater system is inadequate, but we're not sure what the plan is to fix it," said Angelique Caldarola, a local business owner who has fought tirelessly to raise awareness about the stormwater issue.

Struggles of Local Businesses

Beyond infrastructure, the city's business community is struggling to recover from the devastation of recent storms. Many long-time restaurants, shops, and service providers have gone out of business due to financial difficulties, displacement, or loss of clientele. The struggles are more than just financial – the decline has also changed the social and cultural fabric of the community. "We used to have a strong, active downtown, with family-owned businesses that were rooted in this community," said Caldarola. "Now, you can't even order coffee downtown without waiting 30 minutes. It's devastating."

A survey of the city's business owners reveals some startling statistics:

• Over 70% of businesses reported reduced profits since the 2017 storm.

• More than 40% reported reduced employee numbers or an inability to rehire after the storm.

• The average business owner reported spending over $10,000 on storm-related expenses in 2017.

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