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Engineer says Gurnee remains on top of flood protection

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PAUL VALADE/pvalade@dailyherald.com 2010 Gurnee Grade School is targeted for demolition in spring 2013 so it's removed from a flood-prone area near the Des Plaines River.

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Gurnee continues to be aggressive in protecting property from flooding, according to the village engineer's presentation to elected officials. Engineer Scott Drabicki told the village board at a meeting Monday night that Gurnee continues to remove buildings from flood-prone areas and encourages homeowner associations to be proactive in ensuring pipes carrying stormwater remain clear, so they empty into detention basins.

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