California Flood Policy Is Like...Gymnastics?

By Gary A. Patton
Executive Director
Planning and Conservation League

Negotiations are in full gear, primarily concerning the interim land use measures which would be put in place until a flood control plan for the Central Valley is completed in 2012. (These discussions principally affect AB 5 and SB 5.)

PCL staff member Jonas Minton is playing a key role in these negotiations. He is seeking to ensure that new flood policy incorporates wise land use into the flood control plan and provides complementary benefits to both public safety and the environment.

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