Flooding in Sunnyvale?

With Hurricane Ike about to wreak destruction on the Texas coast, it seems strange to talk about possible flooding in an area where we are conserving water to prevent drought. But every winter at least one major storm hits Sunnyvale, which can cause major damage to homes, businesses, and transportation. The Sunnyvale East and West Channel flood protection projects are in place to increase flood protection, create recreational opportunities, and to enhance the environment. Mr. Beau Goldie, the Deputy Operating Officer of the Santa Clara Valley Water District came to the Chamber of Commerce's Wake-Up Sunnyvale meeting last week and talked about the Santa Clara Valley Water District projects in place to protect residents and businesses of Sunnyvale. For more information, go to the Santa Clara Water District site, and link to Flooding.