Summary of Stakeholder Concerns, Current Management and Future Needs for Addressing Climate Change Impacts on Stormwater Management_Memo 1

Summary of Stakeholder Concerns, Current Management and Future Needs for Addressing Climate Change Impacts on Stormwater Management (January 2020), developed by the Chesapeake Stormwater Network, synthesizes stakeholder feedback on how increasing rainfall intensity and tidal flooding are affecting stormwater infrastructure and BMP performance across the Chesapeake Bay watershed. It highlights widespread concern about infrastructure damage, limited financial and technical preparedness, and the need for updated design standards and practical tools to improve climate resilience in stormwater management.