Bill Overview
Title: City of East Point Stormwater Management Act
Description: This bill increases the authorization of appropriations for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to provide environmental infrastructure and construction assistance for stormwater management and other water infrastructure improvements in East Point, Georgia.
Sponsors: Rep. Williams, Nikema [D-GA-5]
Target Audience
Population: Residents and businesses of East Point, Georgia
Estimated Size: 38000
- The bill specifically targets East Point, Georgia, thus directly affecting its local population.
- East Point is a city located in the state of Georgia, USA.
- The bill involves stormwater management and water infrastructure, which typically affect residents, businesses, and local infrastructure in a specific locality.
- The population of East Point, Georgia, was approximately 38,000 people as of the latest available data.
- This bill involves infrastructure and funding, primarily impacting direct residents and businesses in the area.
Reasoning
- Around 38,000 residents are expected to be directly affected by the policy, given the locality-specific nature of the enhancements.
- The budget is designed to be used over a 10-year period, indicating a focus on gradual infrastructure improvements rather than immediate, short-term impacts.
- Many stakeholders in this locality may have varying levels of awareness and engagement with the project, affecting their perceived wellbeing.
- Consideration for indirect impacts should include potential migration into the area, due to improved infrastructure capabilities, and environmental implications affecting non-resident stakeholders.
- The policy may have limited impact outside this community, affecting more people indirectly through broader climatic and environmental shifts if successful in modeling stormwater management for other areas.
Simulated Interviews
Middle School Teacher (East Point, Georgia)
Age: 45 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I hope this policy will finally address the flooding issues around our school.
- It's reassuring to see investment in infrastructure improvements.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 4 |
Small Business Owner (East Point, Georgia)
Age: 34 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm worried that construction will keep customers away.
- In the long term, better drainage might help reduce damages during storms.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 5 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 4 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
IT Specialist (East Point, Georgia)
Age: 27 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I understand the importance but don't feel directly affected.
- It's better for the community overall.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Retired Nurse (East Point, Georgia)
Age: 62 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 4
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's been a long time coming.
- I hope the improvements mean less worry during storms.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 5 | 4 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 4 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 3 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 3 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 3 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 3 |
Contractor (East Point, Georgia)
Age: 50 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 15/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This could mean more work for my company, which is great.
- I'm concerned about ensuring the projects are completed on time.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
Community Organizer (East Point, Georgia)
Age: 39 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's critical that these improvements consider all communities equitably.
- There's a lot of potential for positive change.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 5 |
Environmental Scientist (East Point, Georgia)
Age: 29 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 13/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I've been advocating for this kind of policy for a while.
- It's a great step forward but needs careful planning to avoid unintended consequences.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Public Policy Analyst (Atlanta, Georgia)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 0.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's an important initiative for regional resilience.
- I'm interested in the outcome and data-driven results.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 7 |
Truck Driver (East Point, Georgia)
Age: 40 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 14/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Improvements will help with safer roads, which is crucial for my job.
- It's a necessary investment.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 5 |
Retired Engineer (East Point, Georgia)
Age: 65 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 11/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I believe this project is crucial for East Point’s future.
- My background tells me that careful execution is key.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 4 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $15000000 (Low: $10000000, High: $20000000)
Year 2: $15000000 (Low: $11000000, High: $21000000)
Year 3: $16000000 (Low: $11000000, High: $22000000)
Year 5: $17000000 (Low: $12000000, High: $23000000)
Year 10: $18000000 (Low: $13000000, High: $25000000)
Year 100: $20000000 (Low: $14000000, High: $28000000)
Key Considerations
- The scope and scale of the project are key to assessing funding requirements and timelines.
- Localized nature of the infrastructure may mean focused economic and environmental benefits.
- Climate change and increasing severe weather events amplify the urgency and importance of stormwater management initiatives.
- Potential environmental regulations could influence project timelines and costs.