Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lafayette public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in environment with high priority
Creek maintenance and super El Niño flood readiness
Creeks Committee members warned that clogged culvert grates and creek debris could worsen flooding in a predicted super El Niño winter — and noted the City no longer does regular creek inspections. The City Manager took note; expect this to resurface.
Drainage and stormwater management on Springhill
The valley has a history of flooding and runoff problems, and drainage was the neighbors' main concern. The project adds five bio-retention basins, swales, and check dams designed so no net increase in stormwater leaves the property — potentially improving on current conditions.
Water Infrastructure - Reservoir Tower Modification
EBMUD is briefing Lafayette’s City Council on a plan to lower a reservoir tower, a change that could tweak how the local water system operates and what neighbors see on the skyline. It’s not a rate hike or outage notice—just an early look at infrastructure work that may matter to residents near the reservoir.