City of Newman - Stanislaus County
City of Newman - Stanislaus County
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<strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Newman</strong>11 62 Main Street P.O. Box 787 <strong>Newman</strong>, CA 95360 (209) 862-3725www.city<strong>of</strong>newman.com E-mail info@city<strong>of</strong>newman.com-February 22,2006Congressman Dennis Cardoza4 1 5 West 1 8" StreetMerced, CA 95340RE: Army Corps <strong>of</strong> Engineers' Orestimba Creek project.Dear Congressman Cardoza:The <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Newman</strong> would like to thank you for the continual support <strong>of</strong> the Orestimba Creekflood control project in <strong>Stanislaus</strong> <strong>County</strong>. Through your foresight and vigilance, this project hasevolved into a flood control project that will enhance wildlife habitat and restore the OrestimbaCreek to a more natural setting and course. The result will be a project that can be touted as awin-win situation for flood control and environmental conservation.An important aspect to the Orestimba Creek project is maintaining the momentum that we haveachieved over that past couple <strong>of</strong> years. Formulating strong partnerships with local governmentsthat have committed financial resources to a project should rank high on the Federalgovernments list <strong>of</strong> projects to approve. The <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> Newrnan is dedicated ensuring this projectis completed.In closing, the <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Newman</strong> thanks you for your continual support and guidance on theOrestimba Creek project. With your assistance, this project has continued to evolve to meet theneeds and goals <strong>of</strong> all the stakeholders and affected agencies. Please let the <strong>City</strong> know how wecan assist you and keep the momentum moving forward.Sincerely,d 3a,*JO& G. FANTAZIA/ I / Mayor7 -6 &*n fIcM%-I.Senator D. Feinstein, U.S. SenateSenator B. Boxer, U.S. SenateSolonel R. Light, Army Corps <strong>of</strong> EngineersDave Vanrijn, Army Corps <strong>of</strong> EngineersR. Mayer, Dept. <strong>of</strong> Water Resources
<strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Newman</strong>1162 Main Street P.O. Box 787 <strong>Newman</strong>, CA 95360 (209) 862-3725www.c~ty<strong>of</strong>newman.com E-mall ~nfo@city<strong>of</strong>newman.comFebruary 2 1,2006U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer2500 Tulare St., Suite 5290Fresno, CA 93 72 1RE: U.S. Army Corps <strong>of</strong> Engineer's Orestimba Creek project. Newrnan CADear Senator Boxer,In 1995 and 1998, the <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Newman</strong> flooded when heavy rains lead to Orestimba Creek overflowing itsbanks. Flood waters contaminated with agricultural residues and raw sewage engulfed our <strong>City</strong>. <strong>City</strong>staff and residents were called to action to evacuate the San Luis Convalescent Hospital in the middle <strong>of</strong>the night as flood waters threatened the residents. Our Historic Downtown and its businesses sustainedmillions <strong>of</strong> dollars in damage as water depths reach nearly two feet. The physical conditions thatcontributed to these disasters still exist today.Following those events, the <strong>City</strong> and <strong>Stanislaus</strong> <strong>County</strong> began working with the U.S. Army Corp <strong>of</strong>Engineers to study the project and develop solutions. A project which originated as a flood controlproject has evolved into a multi-level project that includes flood control, stream bed renovation andwildlife habitat and corridor rejuvenation. Overall, this project will enhance agricultural productionaround the creek, restore natural habitat for wildlife and provide the <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Newman</strong> a measure <strong>of</strong>protection against future disaster due to flood waters.This project became increasingly necessary with the first fatality as a result <strong>of</strong> Orestimba Creek. OnDecember 31, 2005, heavy rainfall pushed Orestimba Creek to flood Eastin Road (<strong>County</strong> road) withnearly four feet <strong>of</strong> water. The solo vehicle struck the water and the driver lost control <strong>of</strong> the vehicle. Apassenger succumbed to a non-collision injury as a result <strong>of</strong> entering the water following the collision(source: CHP accident report).In closing, floods waters caused by heavy rainfall in the Orestimba Creek watershed have resulted inmillions <strong>of</strong> dollars in damage to Newrnan businesses and played a contributing factor in the death <strong>of</strong> oneperson. The <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Newman</strong> requests your support by voting to continue funding <strong>of</strong> the US Army Corp<strong>of</strong> Engineers Orestimba Creek project in <strong>Stanislaus</strong> <strong>County</strong>, CA. Your assistance is necessary to protectthe health and safety <strong>of</strong> our community members and our local economy.Thank you for your support,Mayorcc:Senator D. Feinstein, U.S. SenateCongressman D. Cardoza, U.S. Congress, 1 gth DistrictAolonel R. Light, Army Corps <strong>of</strong> EngineersDave Vanrijn, Army Corps <strong>of</strong> EngineersR. Mayer, Dept. <strong>of</strong> Water Resources
<strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Newman</strong>11 62 Main Street P.O. Box 787 <strong>Newman</strong>, CA 95360 (209) 862-3725www.city<strong>of</strong>newman.com E-mail info@city<strong>of</strong>newman.comFebruary 2 1,2006U.S. Senator Diane Feinstein2500 Tulare St., Suite 5290Fresno, CA 9372 1RE: U.S. Army Corps <strong>of</strong> Engineer's Orestimba Creek project. <strong>Newman</strong> CADear Senator Feinstein,In 1995 and 1998, the <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Newman</strong> flooded when heavy rains lead to Orestirnba Creek overflowing itsbanks. Flood waters contaminated with agricultural residues and raw sewage engulfed our <strong>City</strong>. <strong>City</strong>staff and residents were called to action to evacuate the San Luis Convalescent Hospital in the middle <strong>of</strong>the night as flood waters threatened the residents. Our Historic Downtown and its businesses sustainedmillions <strong>of</strong> dollars in damage as water depths reach nearly two feet. The physical conditions thatcontributed to these disasters still exist today.Following those events, the <strong>City</strong> and <strong>Stanislaus</strong> <strong>County</strong> began working with the U.S. Army Corp <strong>of</strong>Engineers to study the project and develop solutions. A project which originated as a flood controlproject has evolved into a multi-level project that includes flood control, stream bed renovation andwildlife habitat and corridor rejuvenation. Overall, this project will enhance agricultural productionaround the creek, restore natural habitat for wildlife and provide the <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Newman</strong> a measure <strong>of</strong>protection against future disaster due to flood waters.This project became increasingly necessary with the first fatality as a result <strong>of</strong> Orestimba Creek. OnDecember 31, 2005, heavy rainfall pushed Orestimba Creek to flood Eastin Road (<strong>County</strong> road) withnearly four feet <strong>of</strong> water. The solo vehicle struck the water and the driver lost control <strong>of</strong> the vehicle. Apassenger succumbed to a non-collision injury as a result <strong>of</strong> entering the water following the collision(source: CHP accident report).In closing, floods waters caused by heavy rainfall in the Orestimba Creek watershed have resulted inmillions <strong>of</strong> dollars in damage to <strong>Newman</strong> businesses and played a contributing factor in the death <strong>of</strong> oneperson. The <strong>City</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Newman</strong> requests your support by voting to continue funding <strong>of</strong> the US Army Corp<strong>of</strong> Engineers Orestimba Creek project in <strong>Stanislaus</strong> <strong>County</strong>, CA. Your assistance is necessary to protectthe health and safety <strong>of</strong> our community members and our local economy.Thank you for your support,Mayorcc:Senator B. Boxer, U.S. SenateCongressman D. Cardoza, U.S. Congress, lgth DistrictAolonel R. Light, Army Corps <strong>of</strong> EngineersDave Vanrijn, Army Corps <strong>of</strong> EngineersR. Mayer, Dept. <strong>of</strong> Water Resources
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