The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has revealed a $2.2 billion investment in disaster relief funding, delivering ongoing support for communities recovering from natural disasters.
Delivered through FEMA’s Public Assistance program, the funding will support 1,721 recovery projects across the nation. These efforts will primarily revolve around restoring essential public infrastructure. Projects included in the allocation will include educational facility repair, critical infrastructure restoration, debris removal and emergency costs.
A selection of the largest distributions unveiled so far include:
North Carolina Emergency Management will be reimbursed by more than $200 million for emergency protective measures taken during Hurricane Helene. These measures included establishing temporary facilities, mobilization of base camps and other emergency actions.
The Kentucky Division of Emergency Management will spend more than $114 million to remove debris from waterways caused by severe storms and flooding.
Several counties and municipalities in Florida will receive a combined $83.9 million to repair or replace parks and recreational equipment, buildings, docks and facilities. Some of these projects include repairs for Tropicana Field in St. Petersburg, repairs for beach dunes in Flager County and improvements for a marina in Sanford.
The Office of Risk Management in Louisiana will receive $75.7 million to cover costs associated with the West Belle Pass Barrier Headland Restoration Project. The project will restore a portion of the beach, dune and back barrier marsh that was severely damaged by Hurricane Zeta.
Jefferson Parish in Louisiana will spend more than $66 million to replace waterlines in Grand Isle and Lafitte. The infrastructure was severely damaged by Hurricane Ida.
The Joint Meeting of Essex and Union Counties in New Jersey will use $59.1 million to make permanent repairs for wastewater treatment facilities damaged by Hurricane Sandy. These repairs will target electric systems, elevators and other essential components needed for facility operations.
The Georgia Department of Transportation will receive more than $58 million to remove debris left over by Hurricane Helene.
Photo by Kelly from Pexels
For more of the latest from the expansive government marketplace, check Government Market News daily for new stories, insights and profiles from public sector professionals. Check out our national contracting newsletter here.
