Flooding in Manhattan in May of 2015
WASHINGTON — The Senate has approved a $10 billion water projects bill that includes six projects to improve flood damage and risks in Kansas
The legislation, with provisions from Senator Pat Roberts includes flood control in the city of Manhattan, the Upper Turkey Creek Basin affecting Merriam, The Blue River Basin affecting Dodson, The Swope Park Industrial Area, and the Armourdale and Central Industrial District Levee Units, Missouri River and Tributaries affecting Kansas City
Senators approved the bill by a 95-3 vote.
The legislation goes to the House, where approval of a similar bill — minus money for Flint, Michigan to fix the lead-contaminated water problems, is expected as soon as next week.
The legislation is supported by many municipal governments across Kansas and is expected to save taxpayers $6 million over the next ten years, according to a media release from Senator Roberts.