City of Bayport Flood Public Information Meeting Bayport Public Library Monday, March 14, 2011 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

Agenda Introduction Flood Insurance – James Gorder, Valley Agencies Flood Forecast and Predictions City of Bayport Flood Action Plan Tips to Minimize Flood Damage Evacuation and Clean-up Questions and Discussion

Flood Insurance What is it and what does it cover? Why should I consider getting flood insurance? What are the prerequisites to obtaining flood insurance? What is the 30 day wait period? Where do I find out more information? www.floodsmart.gov

Flood Forecast and Predictions Flood Level 676.04 Feet

Flood Forecast and Predictions

Flood Forecast and Predictions

City’s Flood Action Plan Communication Email notifications via city’s website will be primary source of communication to residents Door-to-door visits may be conducted for more urgent matters Flood updates and forecasts will be posted on the city’s website under “City Information” www.ci.bayport.mn.us

City’s Flood Action Plan Accessing flood information on website: Click on the “City Information” heading Click on the “Flood Information” section FEMA flood maps Current and projected flood levels Flood resources To receive email notices via website: Click on the “Email Notices” heading Enter email address to be added to distribution list

City’s Flood Action Plan Emergency Operations Centers Main Center at City Hall – 294 3rd St. N. Questions, assistance, supplies Flood resource information Field Center at Public Works – 98 2nd Ave. S. Sandbags Volunteer meeting site Red Cross station and other assistance (if needed)

City’s Flood Action Plan Sandbags Available to residents free of charge on a first come, first served basis City delivery available for 200 bags or more Residents must contact City Hall 24 hours in advance to request bags Available March 14, 2011 Volunteers needed for sandbagging – Contact City Hall

Tips to Minimize Flood Damage City Sewer and Water Utilities – Mel Horak, Public Works Seal off floor and shower drains to prevent sewage back-up Remove bathroom fixtures and seal off sewer pipe to prevent sewage back-up Well and Septic Utilities - Chris LeClair, Washington County See handout Electric and Gas Utilities - John Wertish, Xcel Energy

Evacuation and Clean-up Procedures for voluntary evacuation Residents shall notify Bayport Police Department if away from home (due to vacation or flooding) Procedures for mandatory evacuation City to notify residents by door-to-door visits City may order any building or portion of a building to be vacated if continued use is dangerous to life, health, or safety of the occupants or on the basis that the level of the river has put city personnel and/or equipment in danger

Evacuation and Clean-up Procedures for clean-up Sandbags become hazardous material after being exposed to flood water Residents will be responsible for disposing of sandbags in a proper manner

Questions and Discussion