Wetlands are important in…

Wetlands are important in maintaining the natural flow of water, and preventing floods. Removing them = more floods of our already developed spaces. Removing them and building housing there = more floods and even more flooded homes. Drained wetlands also provide poor bases and foundation for homes so why do it? Do NOT reduce protections, if anything increase the protections and find a better solution. Not just the solution that seems fast and easy but is not good for anyone long term. As public servants, you should be thinking of the future of your people, not just your next election cycle. It’s about US not YOU