Venice seeks public input on floodplain management plan

VENICE, Fla. (WWSB) - The City of Venice is asking residents, property owners and businesses to share their experiences and concerns about flooding as officials update the city’s Floodplain Management Plan.The city said public feedback will help identify flood risks, evaluate possible mitigation strategies and prioritize projects intended to strengthen Venice’s resilience.The Community Rating System Committee will discuss the plan during a meeting at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, at Community Hall at Venice City Hall, 401 W. Venice Ave.Venice Airport to hold public workshop on master planCommittee members are scheduled to review the draft introduction and the first three sections of the plan.Residents can complete a survey, submit comments and follow the update through the city’s Floodplain Management Plan Update page. The city said additional meetings will be scheduled to discuss other sections of the plan.For more information, email Christina Rimes at [email protected].