Flooding accounts for nearly three-quarters of all presidential disaster declarations in the U.S., and communities everywhere, coastal or not, are at risk. Proactive floodplain management is no longer optional; it’s essential.
That’s where FastTrackGov® (FTG) from Mitchell Humphrey & Co. comes in. FTG is designed to simplify, organize, and automate your floodplain management process, so your team can focus on protecting your residents.
With FTG, you can:
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Track and manage flood-prone properties in real time
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Accelerate approvals and survey workflows
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Streamline FEMA form and elevation certificate submissions
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Generate reports and insights for compliance and decision-making
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Centralize documents in one secure digital repository
How Can Communities Benefit from Natural Floodplains?
It can be easy to think that floodplains bring nothing but problems for communities, but that isn’t so. In their natural state—or restored to that state—floodplains offer many advantages.
Well-managed floodplains act as natural water resource managers. They help municipalities store floodwaters for dry periods, slow down water flow during heavy rain, and improve overall water quality.
These areas also:
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Recharge groundwater levels to sustain community water needs
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Provide habitats for birds, fish, and wildlife
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Offer recreational opportunities like bike paths, hiking trails, and parks
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Deliver much-needed open space in built-up communities
A natural, well-managed floodplain can become a true asset, enhancing safety, resilience, and quality of life for your entire community.
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