As residents and business owners of Parma, Ohio, we are deeply concerned about the ongoing negligence in maintaining the city's storm sewer system. The repeated failures of this vital infrastructure have caused significant damage to our homes and businesses, resulting in exorbitant repair costs. It is time for the city of Parma to take responsibility and address these issues promptly.

Personal Story:
I am writing this petition as a resident who has personally experienced the devastating consequences of Parma's negligent oversight of its storm sewer system. My home, along with many others, has been repeatedly victimized by flooding due to the overtaxed sewer system. Each incident has resulted in extensive property damage and financial burden that could have been prevented with proper maintenance.

Unfortunately, my story is not unique. Numerous homeowners and businesses in our community have suffered similar losses due to this ongoing problem. Despite paying some of the highest tax rates in the county, we find ourselves left vulnerable without adequate protection or support from our local government.

Facts and Statistics:
1. According to local reports from Cleveland.Com, there have been numerous incidents of flooding caused by an overwhelmed storm sewer system within the past years.
2. The lack of proper maintenance has led to thousands of dollars in repairs for affected homeowners and businesses.
3. Most insurance policies do not cover damages caused by flooding, leaving individuals and businesses solely responsible for covering these expenses out-of-pocket.
4. Parma currently imposes one of the highest tax rates among neighboring cities but fails to provide satisfactory services when it comes to maintaining essential infrastructure like storm sewers.

Petition Demands:
We, the undersigned residents and business owners of Parma, demand immediate action from our city officials:

1. Conduct a thorough assessment: Initiate an independent evaluation by qualified experts to identify the specific shortcomings and vulnerabilities of the storm sewer system.
2. Implement a comprehensive maintenance plan: Allocate sufficient resources to address the identified issues promptly and prevent future flooding incidents.
3. Improve communication and support: Establish clear channels of communication between city officials, affected residents, and businesses to ensure timely updates on progress, assistance with insurance claims, and access to relevant resources.
4. Explore funding options: Investigate potential grants or partnerships that could help alleviate the financial burden on homeowners and businesses affected by flooding.

By signing this petition, we stand united in demanding that Parma takes immediate action to remedy its negligent operations of the storm sewer system. Together, we can protect our homes, businesses, and community from further damage caused by preventable flooding incidents.

Parma Residents & Business owners
Parma, Ohio 44129