$250M for Hurricane Relief? Manatee Needs Almost $1B
Manatee County is dealing with a primary funding gap in its hurricane healing efforts. While the county has allotted $250 million for recuperation and rebuilding, the whole requests for help have soared near $1 billion. This stark distinction highlights the big financial burden of catastrophe recuperation and the demanding situations nearby governments face in securing enough budget.
Communities in Florida affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton benefited from $12 billion in disaster recovery awards made by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in late January. Over $700 million was lost as a result of the storms’ severe wind damage and flooding in unincorporated Manatee County. Manatee County recently received $252.7 million from HUD. The money will assist communities get ready for future disasters, aid in disaster recovery, and boost the local economy in places that have been impacted.
Requests For Hurricane Recovery Totaling About $1 Billion:According to Manatee County employees, the following individuals have made funding requests thus far:
Local administration: 64 requests totaling $743,058,679 have been submitted by government agencies (including Manatee County and all five municipalities: The Town of Longboat Key, Bradenton, Palmetto, Anna Maria, and Holmes Beach). Nonprofits: A total of $132,913,931 has been requested by 29 organizations. Community organizations:A total of $61,538,000 has been requested by five organizations, including homeowners associations. Companies:A total of $15,139,000 has been requested by four companies. Faith-based organizations:A total of $10,010,000 has been requested by two organizations.
.$470 million has been allocated to flood prevention measures, which include improvements to sewer systems, storm surge protection, and additional bypasses and flood water storage sites.
.$178 million has been spent on infrastructure upgrades, such as raising roads, fortifying bridges, and improving homes and sewers.
.$121.7 million in building repairs.
.$138 million will be spent on projects linked to affordable housing, such as plans to raise buildings, fix damage, and finance temporary shelters and trailers.
.$88.2 million for emergency equipment.
.$74 million will be used for pre- and post-disaster services, including as recuperation, mental health, job assistance, and shelter after a storm.
.$57.7 million to build additional facilities and shelters.
Next Steps for Manatee County:
County officials are pushing for increased disaster assistance and urging residents to help with reconstruction. Local government announcements and relief organizations provide residents with up-to-date information on disaster recovery status and funding options.
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