Tag: Maumee River Basin Commission
City installs “Turn Around Don’t Drown” signs
Today, city officials discussed the installation of six “Turn Around Don’t Drown” signs in Fort Wayne, Indiana, in proximity to Junk Ditch, which is susceptible to flooding.
Fort Wayne City Council meeting tonight – 6/15/2021
The Fort Wayne City Council meets this evening at 5:30 pm in Committee Session at Citizens Square.
More flood buyouts announced
Today, Mayor Henry moved forward on an agreement with FEMA to secure a home buyout grant to purchase eight properties damaged by last June's floods.
City moves forward with flood buyouts
A check covering 75 percent of the funds needed to buyout 18 flood-prone homes was presented to Mayor Tom Henry at an afternoon news conference today.
Governor Pence announces FEMA Grant of $862,946 to Fort Wayne
Governor Mike Pence today announced a FEMA Grant of $862,946 to Fort Wayne to purchase and demolish 18 flood-prone structures.
2011 Rivers Summit – 6/28 and 6/29/2011
News release from the organizers of the upcoming Rivers Summit:
2011 Rivers Summit
(June 14, 2011) - The 2011 Rivers Summit will be held at the...
Twelve more homeowners avoid future floods
Press release from the City of Fort Wayne:
Twelve more homeowners avoid future floods
(January 14, 2011) - Twelve more homeowners along the Junk Ditch and...
Mayor joins river commission for flood safety awareness week
Press release from the City of Fort Wayne:
Mayor joins river commission for flood safety awareness week
Media campaign reminds motorists not to drive through high...
Mayor Henry’s statement about FEMA, IDHS grants
Press release from the City of Fort Wayne:
Mayor Henry's statement about FEMA, IDHS grants
Funds to voluntarily purchase homes in Junk Ditch
"The announcement about $1.5...
Flood safety awareness next week
Press release from the City:
City, River Commission participate in Flood Safety Awareness week
Media campaign reminds motorists not to drive through high water
In cooperation with...