Ever since the flash-flooding on August 5 when a summer rain drenched homes and business in New Orleanians, it’s been tempting to jump to conclusions and instantly name a culprit.
But the fact is, competent investigations avoid that temptation and approach the challenge objectively. Which is why it’s critical that the investigation into what went wrong and why with the S&WB pumping stations and drainage be unbiased, objective and transparent.
That begins with making certain that the committee which selects the firm that will conduct the S&WB investigation has no stake in the results. The selection committee is composed of:
Councilmember-At-Large Jason Williams, who also chairs the Utility Committee;
Councilmember-At Large Stacy Head, who also chairs the Budget Committee; and,
District C Councilmember Nadine Ramsey, who also chairs the Public Works Committee.
In addition, the selection committee has invited a representative of Levees.org to attend its meetings to review the firms who’ve submitted proposals. We look forward to reporting on these review meetings.
The talk about old systems is wrong headed. We need to spend every $ wisely and not spend it on items that will not add justifiable value. I thin the problems are mismanagement of resources and incompetent leardership.
Thanks for your comment, Craig. We should know soon whether its mismanagement or incompetent leadership or something else entirely. This investigation should take months, not years.