JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – With the potential for Spring flooding on the horizon, the Jamestown City Council held discussion on a draft resolution for an emergency protection policy for the city.

Mayor Dwaine Heinrich stated that in regards to the policy, they should be waiting until the city is not in a flooding situation before making any decisions.

Steve Brubakken pointed out that updating the policy was more of a “housekeeping” situation.

Stutsman County Administrator Sarah Hellekson stated that at this time, the city didn’t currently have a policy regarding the protection of private property.

Stutsman County Emergency Manager Jerry Bergquist added that it would be one of the things FEMA would be looking for in the event of any damages that may occur if flooding happens.

Assistant City Attorney Abbagail Geroux was responsible for creating the policy draft.

Geroux added that language was included regarding the protection of public or city infrastructure, such as lift stations. She says this could also protect private property.

Bergquist added that if the city didn’t have a policy, FEMA may allow the city to create one or be notified that the city was working on one.

City Engineer Travis Dillman added that they would review the policy and make a recommendation later to the city council. A motion was approved to table the decision to a later date.