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Flood and Sea Level Rise Assessment of San Mateo County’s Bayshore
A team of students from Stanford’s “Disasters, Decisions, Development in Sustainable Urban Systems Course” will present interactive maps and visual insights from their flood and sea level rise assessment of San Mateo County’s bayshore from Burlingame to East Palo Alto. The students’ research has focused on quantifying the direct economic losses to structures and properties and understanding the indirect socioeconomic losses communities are at risk to incur from coastal and fluvial flooding. The presentation will also communicate insights gained from interactions with community stakeholders and recommended key areas for investment and intervention.
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Paying for Climate Adaptation in San Mateo County
Students from Stanford’s Public Policy Practicum Program will present on sea level rise, flooding, and stormwater management funding and financing options for San Mateo County that could include public and private grants, assessment districts, property related fees, impact fees, and tax-free bonds. The students have analyzed the fit between various types of adaptation projects and different funding sources, considering factors such eligibility requirements, political feasibility and funding availability. The presentation will include recommended funding and financing sources for key project types, and steps San Mateo County and its cities should take to pursue project funding.
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