The Chamber Link Episode 014: How the FM Diversion Project Safeguards the Red River Valley

Tyler connects with Cass County Commissioner Tony Grinberg and Metro Flood Diversion Authority Executive Director Jason Benson to unpack the largest infrastructure project in the region’s history—the FM Area Diversion Project.

From the devastating floods of 1997 and 2009 to today’s groundbreaking engineering and unprecedented public-private partnerships, this conversation explores how the project is reshaping the future of the Fargo-Moorhead area. Jason and Tony share insights on the technical feats behind the 30-mile diversion channel, the financial model that makes it possible, and the long-term benefits for housing, economic growth, and community resilience.

 

Tyler connects with Cass County Commissioner Tony Grinberg and Metro Flood Diversion Authority Executive Director Jason Benson to unpack the largest infrastructure project in the region’s history—the FM Area Diversion Project.

From the devastating floods of 1997 and 2009 to today’s groundbreaking engineering and unprecedented public-private partnerships, this conversation explores how the project is reshaping the future of the Fargo-Moorhead area. Jason and Tony share insights on the technical feats behind the 30-mile diversion channel, the financial model that makes it possible, and the long-term benefits for housing, economic growth, and community resilience.

 

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