Storm flooding and green stormwater infrastructure
Green Bay
Summary
Recent storms caused localized flooding, sewer backups, and an East River above bank level. The director reported the Webster swales and Ashland-area upgrades appear to be helping.
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Last discussed Apr 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
Cleanup bills and any stormwater upgrades will land on the city budget — meaning taxpayers could feel it down the road.
Neighborhoods prone to flooding, especially near Webster, Ashland, and fire station three, benefit from the drainage upgrades.
Residents experiencing sewer basement backups during the storms were harmed by capacity limits.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Green Bay recovering from flash flooding after a series of storms ripped through
Green Bay recovering from flash flooding after a series of storms ripped through WPR
Improvement and Services Committee - Apr 15, 2026
Recent storms caused localized flooding, sewer backups, and an East River above bank level. The director reported the Webster swales and Ashland-area upgrades appear to be helping.
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