This is an update regarding the flooding situation as it is affecting Ward 1 and other areas of the City that I know of. The flood waters persist in the Pawtuxet Industrial Park and Bellows Street areas. Residents and businsess affected by the are urged to report the damage through the 211 phone system or by contacting the City directly. There is also a federal disaster link which has been brought to my attention and that is http://www.fema.gov/news/newsrelease.fema?id=50717. The Parkway has a significant depression, marked by cones,, and DPW will be inspected with the State DOT in order to resolve this concerns. Trash collection is happening as planned and delays are to be expected. Large trash related to property damage is also being planned for pick-up and DPW has a large dumpster at their site for self-disposal. Lastly, and significantly, the Sewer Treatment plan has experienced significant flooding and is slowly working its way back to a low level of operation. Pump stations at Bellows street and in Gaspee have been effected. The pump station at Gaspee is working at capacity and residents throughtout the system are being asked to conserve water and to flush as little as possible. We are receiving assistance with this situation but it will take time. Feel free to contact me with concerns 941-9399.