Despite the presence of 13 city officials, some attendees at an open-house meeting in Galveston were upset that they could not share their concerns about the South Shore Drainage Project in a group setting.
Engineer Jeff Peña provided details on the project, and conceptual drawings of a new pump station were displayed. However, after a brief presentation, attendees were left with unanswered questions.
Attendees were left with questions unanswered and calls for a question-and-answer portion declined.
Galveston resident Nena Garcia reviewed flood maps before the meeting, highlighting the ongoing concerns about the project.
Author's summary: Galveston's drainage project sparks concerns.