SUMMARY OF CITY OF STARBUCK REVISED FLOODPLAIN ORDINANCE

The city council of the City of Starbuck adopted a newly revised floodplain ordinance at the August 12, 2024 council meeting. The ordinance was based off the Minnesota DNR model floodplain ordinance, to satisfy the state and federal standards detailed in Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 103F; Minnesota Rules, parts 6120.5000 – 6120.6200; the rules and regulations of the National Flood Insurance Program in 44 CFR 59 to 78. The ordinance provides the general regulations for development in floodplains, as well as procedures guiding administrative responsibilities.

A copy of the ordinance in its entirety is available for inspection at Starbuck city office located at 307 E. 5th St., Starbuck, MN. The new ordinance may also be viewed on the city website at starbuckcitygov.com.

Joan Kerkvliet

City Clerk/Treasurer

City of Starbuck

Aug. 19