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Southwest Side residents unite as city assesses flood control measures

San Antonio Urban Editorial Team
Last updated: 2024/09/21 at 4:23 AM
San Antonio Urban Editorial Team Published September 21, 2024
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Southwest Side residents unite as city assesses flood control measures

SAN ANTONIO – Southwest Side residents, like Cynthia Vallejo, are banding together to protect their homes.

“I just hope that something comes of this and that they hear our voices,” Vallejo said.

Vallejo and her neighbors are determined to fight for their homes in the face of the impending threat.

The recent community meeting was prompted by the Concepcion Creek Drainage Project, aimed at addressing potential flooding risks in the area south of U.S. Highway 90 and west of Interstate 35, identified in updated FEMA floodplain maps.

Earlier proposals suggested the possible removal of over 100 homes, citing the need for intervention to prevent catastrophic flooding consequences for thousands of households in the event of a 100-year flood.

San Antonio District 5 Councilwoman Teri Castillo emphasized the project’s aim to safeguard lives and properties. She clarified that there is no finalized plan or funding yet for the proposed solutions.

Following numerous community engagements, Castillo and the Public Works Department are revisiting the project designs in hopes of identifying alternative options to minimize displacements.

Public Works confirmed the lack of substantial funding for the project, indicating the need to seek financial support from state and federal sources.

While the city explores funding avenues, residents affected by the drainage project are voicing their concerns.

“My home is my refuge,” expressed Michaeleen McInturff, echoing the sentiments of many impacted homeowners calling for alternatives.

Eddie Medina, another homeowner, added, “We will continue to fight until the end,” underscoring the community’s resilience.

A spokesperson for Castillo confirmed that revised proposals for the project are expected by Summer 2025.

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