Published August 26, 2010, 09:00 PM
Rep. Collin Peterson, D-Minn., suggested Thursday that an additional $1 billion be devoted to flood protection for the Red River Valley, over and above the $1.5 billion needed for the Fargo-Moorhead diversion.
Peterson: Not just diversion needs funding
Minnesota congressman says smaller flood-control projects also can protect valleyRep. Collin Peterson, D-Minn., suggested Thursday that an additional $1 billion be devoted to flood protection for the Red River Valley, over and above the $1.5 billion needed for the Fargo-Moorhead diversion.
By: Ryan Bakken, Grand Forks Herald
