This is one of many stormwater ponds located in Cobourg. These ponds naturally help manage runoff after heavy rain or melting snow.
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Earlier this week, images of the flooding in Toronto filled the news. A torrential rainstorm overwhelmed the sewer system, causing massive power outages, closing major roads, and costing millions to the city, businesses, and homeowners.
It is also a vivid example of stormwater management, which is the ability of municipal infrastructure to remove water when it rains or snow melts.
Cobourg is embroiled in a controversial change to how it funds that infrastructure. In this interview, you will meet one of many critics of the proposed system. Colline Bell, a spokesperson for a group of residents opposed to the changes, will share her journey from a quiet resident to a vocal opponent.
Originally aired: July 19, 2024
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