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Merced
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Floodplain and Community Growth

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Last discussed May 26, 2026.

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ConcernedJeanMay 26, 2026

A farmer and Strong Towns participant questioned why so much of Merced is in the floodplain given climate change, described Jane Jacobs walks with council members, and urged downtown-focused, walkable growth with housing near transit rather than sprawl.

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority — May 26, 2026 · 1:12:10 →