The second phase of a project to improve and cover Atherton Ditch in the 4th District to prevent flooding is about to begin. Councilman Patrick O'Donnell announced today that he will have a groundbreaking ceremony for phase II on Saturday. Here is the press release:
LONG BEACH - Fourth District Councilmember Patrick O'Donnell will be hosting a ceremony on September 12th to celebrate Phase II of the Atherton Ditch improvement project. The event will take place on the Atherton Service Road at McNab Avenue.
The Atherton Ditch was put in over 40 years ago and has been a hazard during flooding as well as an eyesore to the community. The Councilmember has rallied for years, promising to take on the Atherton Ditch. Extensive input was sought from members of the community and Public Works officials on the ditch.
The final phase of a two-phase project, this achievement will allow the ditch to finally be covered over and replaced with natural vegetation and trees. An underground drainage pipe will allow for water to drain out of the region replacing the ditch that is currently in place. The construction is expected to start in the working days following the ceremonial events.
"I've been working with Public Works and members of the community for many years on this project," O'Donnell said. "I am looking forward to the completion of the project- 40 years in the making."
The event will begin at 9:00 am on the 12th of September along the Atherton Ditch, and will feature construction information from the Department of Public Works. Following the brief ceremony, light refreshments will be served. Members of the community are invited to attend and commemorate this historic event.
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