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Safety Element December 4, 2018 GOAL 1: Protect life and minimize property damage, social and economic disruptions caused by flood and inundation hazards. Policy 1.1 Regional Collaboration. Continue to consult with agencies to maintain the most current flood hazard and floodplain information; use the information as a basis for project review and to guide development in accordance with regional, state, and federal standards. I S Policy 1.2 Climate Change. Evaluate the need to expand the capacity of flood control facilities to minimize flood hazards to people, property, and the environment based on changing weather conditions associated with climate change. I S Policy 1.3 Storm Drain Infrastructure. Update the Drainage Master Plan to prioritize improvements to existing system deficiencies, and plan for infrastructure needs that support the General Plan land use vision. I S Policy 1.4 Critical Infrastructure. Design, construct, and retrofit critical public facilities and utilities located in flood -prone areas to maintain their structural and operational integrity during floods. I S Policy 1.5 Flood Awareness. Promote education of flooding hazards and bring awareness to resources and programs that assist property owners, residents, and businesses to protect their homes and property from flood damage. I Ed Policy 1.6 Alternative Flood Control Methods. Explore and encourage natural flood control infrastructure and techniques that create new open areas to capture storm water, recharge aquifers, prevent flooding, and that expand recreation opportunities. I S Policy 1.7 Surface Water Infiltration. Encourage site drainage features that reduce impermeable surface area, increase surface water infiltration, and minimize surface water runoff during storm events on private and public developments. I S Policy 1.8 Development in Flood Zone. Continue to implement federal, state, and regional requirements related to new construction in flood plain areas to ensure that future flood risks to life and property are minimized. I H, S General Plan Policy Framework 65A-50 44