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Santa Maria Mayor Pushes for Levee Funding

Written by Mike Waller

Story Created: Feb 12, 2009 at 6:58 PM PDT

Story Updated: Jun 14, 2010 at 5:06 PM PDT

Santa Maria Mayor Larry Lavagnino is in Washington, D.C., working to secure funding for a $50 million local project.

At issue is the weakening levee where the Santa Maria River flows behind a highly populated area near Suey Rd.

Santa Barbara County has been trying to shore up the eroding levee wall for years, but much more is needed.

KEY News Senior Reporter John Palminteri spoke with Lavagnino on Thursday and has the latest on the mayor's efforts.
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