The Pontilly Neighborhood Stormwater Network is a Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)-leveraged project in the National Disaster Resilience (NDR)-funded portfolio of projects in the Gentilly Resilience District.  The HMGP-funded Phase I is currently under construction and includes bioswales, rain gardens, pervious surfacing and more.  Upon completion, it will store up to 8.9 million gallons of storm water and reduce flooding as much as 14 inches during a 10-year rain event.  Check out the project page for more information.   

Phase II will focus on improvements to the Dwyer Canal, including creating a recreational and social space that will enhance the natural beauty of the historic Pontchartrain Park & Gentilly Woods neighborhoods.  There have been previous efforts to design and construct a similar project, however, those attempts proved fruitless as funding was either not clearly identified or fully secured.  The NDR grant is not only funding the design and construction of Phase II, but also prioritizes community engagement as paramount to the success of the project.  This feedback will provide the input that will shape the design.  

We will use various means and methods of engagement throughout the design process, including polling / surveys.  We currently have a survey published on the website to solicit feedback on the initial design.  Please check out the project page to complete and/or view the survey and the meeting presentation; as well as more information on the project.