4.8 | Protect and improve roads from flooding damage - Assess frequently flooded roads and consider road improvements (ex. Prospect). Lead: Engineering. Supporting Role: Operations. | Medium-Term | $$$ | Medium | |
4.9 | Promote green infrastructure options for drainage issues on public and private property - Research and implement the use of green infrastructure as part of municipal projects; Encourage the use of French drains, dry wells, bioretention stormwater ponds or raingardens to enhance rear yard drainage as opposed to connecting to a storm sewer; Promote, encourage and protect the use of urban forests as Green Infrastructure for rainwater interception and erosion control benefits. Lead: Engineering. Supporting Role: Planning & Building. | Sewer Master Plan, Landscape Plan | Short-Term | $ | Low |
4.10 | Review design standards and maintenance practices as they relate to newest climate projections - Review engineering, construction and maintenance for surface pavements; Review engineering design, construction and maintenance for sewer and stormwater management infrastructure; Enhance preventative maintenance for HVAC units; Identify cooling options for electrical and mechanical components susceptible to high heat and equipment wear and tear. Lead: Operations; Pollution Control. Supporting Role: Engineering. | Short-Term | $$-$$$ | Medium | |
4.11 | Explore options for increased electrical power generation from City of Windsor infrastructure (generators) to supplement Ontario's electrical grid as warranted. Lead: Asset Planning. Supporting Role: Pollution Control. | Short-Term | $ | Medium |