REP LIEU SECURES NEARLY $2.5 MILLION FOR LOCAL LANDSLIDE AND FLOOD MITIGATION EFFORTS
WASHINGTON - Today, Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) announced that he secured nearly $2.5 million in federal funding for landslide and flood mitigation projects throughout Los Angeles County. The Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations bill was signed into law by President Biden on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Following historic storms and record rainfall throughout Southern California, several communities in coastal Los Angeles County suffered catastrophic flooding and landslide activity. These projects will strengthen resiliency against the impacts of storms.
“Our communities are facing increasingly frequent and damaging storms as a result of climate change,” said Rep. Lieu. “This year we’ve seen devastating flooding and landslide activity in neighborhoods across our district, even resulting in the devastating loss of homes. I’m pleased to secure federal funding for projects that will improve water flow and mitigate flood risks while protecting local vegetation, wildlife, homes and residents.”
$1,000,000 for the Rolling Hills Landslide Mitigation Project: This project will improve wastewater flow in the City of Rolling Hills and mitigate the risks of landslides. A portion of the city is within the Flying Triangle landslide area where unique topography and excess soil moisture increase the threat of catastrophic landslides. By constructing new sewer mainlines, this project will prevent discharge that would otherwise contribute to soil moisture worsening the landslide risks in the community. The new sewer main line along Portuguese Bend Road will move wastewater to the Los Angeles County Carson treatment facility and out of harm’s way.
$200,000 for the Peck Avenue Storm Drain Infrastructure Improvement Project: This project will help mitigate flooding conditions for residential properties by funding the construction of storm drains and additional catch basins with water quality inserts. It would also include improvements to vegetation and biodiversity along Peck Avenue.
$200,000 for the Downtown Lomita Stormwater Project: This project will divert stormwater from three county storm drains in the downtown area of Lomita to an infiltration gallery and a series of drywells, which will help prevent stormwater pollution. Stormwater is water from rain that does not soak into the ground and can collect and carry pollutants as it flows. If the water is not drained properly, it can damage property and leak into local waterways and the ocean. The project also includes bioretention areas, pervious pavement, drought-tolerant native plants, shade trees, benches, and a bike lane along Lomita Boulevard.
$959,752 for the Culver City Stormwater Diversion Project: This project will mitigate the harms of excess stormwater from Culver City within the Marina del Rey Watershed. By creating effective stormwater diversion infrastructure, Culver City will be able to alleviate flooding, improve water quality and address runoff within and around the community. The project will also serve to enhance safety for pedestrians, motorists, and cyclists by installing raised medians, repaving portions of damaged concrete, and reconstructing pedestrian ramps for individuals with disabilities.
This year, in Fiscal Year 2024, Rep. Lieu secured over $11 million in federal funding for 14 local projects across Los Angeles County. The projects aim to improve community infrastructure, protect the environment, address homelessness and more.