Early Notice and Public Review of a Proposed
Activity in a [100-Year/500-year Floodplain or Wetland]
To: All interested Agencies, Groups, and Individuals
This is to give notice that the Town of Shubuta has determined that the following proposed action under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) located in the 100-year/500-year floodplain/wetland, and the Town of Shubuta will be identifying and evaluating practicable alternatives to locating the action in the floodplain/wetland and the potential impacts on the floodplain/wetland from the proposed action, as required by Executive Order 11988 and/or 11990, in accordance with HUD regulations at 24 CFR 55.20 Subpart C Procedures for Making Determinations on Floodplain Management and Protection of Wetlands.
The proposed project will include the following: construction of a media filled Aerated Bioreactor and construction of reinforced concrete. The total number of acres of floodplain/wetland in the project area is approximately five (5) acres. The proposed project(s) is located at 702 West Eucutta Street, in Shubuta, Mississippi, Clarke County.
There are three primary purposes for this notice. First, people who may be affected by activities in floodplains/wetlands and those who have an interest in the protection of the natural environment should be given an opportunity to express their concerns and provide information about these areas. Commenters are encouraged to offer alternative sites outside of the floodplain/wetland, alternative methods to serve the same project purpose, and methods to minimize and mitigate impacts. Second, an adequate public notice program can be an important public educational tool. The dissemination of information and request for public comment about [floodplains/wetlands] can facilitate and enhance Federal efforts to reduce the risks and impacts associated with the occupancy and modification of these special areas. Third, as a matter of fairness, when the Federal government determines it will participate in actions taking place in floodplains/wetlands, it must inform those who may be put at greater or continued risk.
Written comments must be received by the Town of Shubuta at the following address on or before August 28, 2026: Town of Shubuta, P.O. Box 416 (mailing), 182 East Eucutta Street (physical). Shubuta, Mississippi 39360, Attention: Honorable Cedric Chapman, Mayor. A full description of the project may also be reviewed from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. at 182 East Eucutta Street, Shubuta, Mississippi. Comments may also be submitted via email at cityofshubuta@bellsouth.net.
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