FEMA To Reimburse Cary N.C. $1 Million For Debris Removal
Release Date: April 2, 2003
Release Number: R4-03-35
Atlanta, GA -- The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that it will provide the City of Cary, N.C., $1,009,556 for costs of debris removal resulting from a severe winter ice storm.
The federal payment represents 75 percent of eligible costs. The state of North Carolina will fund the remaining 25 percent, or $336,519.
Michael D. Brown, FEMA director and under secretary designee for the Department of Homeland Security, said "these funds represent this agency's continuing efforts to assist communities as promptly as possible in their emergency needs after a disaster."
The ice storm hit the North Carolina area Dec. 4 through 6 and President Bush responded to the state's request for federal assistance with a major disaster declaration for 43 counties. During the storm, the heavy weight of accumulating ice on trees and other vegetation resulted in entire trees, limbs and vegetation to fall throughout the city. The City of Cary removed the debris from the streets and hauled it to three disposal sites. The work was done both by municipal forces and contractors hired by the city.
The funds are authorized in FEMA's public assistance program. The program is administered by the State of North Carolina. Eligible disaster-related costs are reimbursed to state and local governments and certain non-profit organizations that provide essential quasi-governmental services.
Eligible services include removal and disposal of debris, emergency protective services provided in the storm's aftermath and restoration or repair of public services.
Last Modified: Thursday, 03-Apr-2003 11:24:20