Public Assistance Applications Due By June 22
Release Date: June 7, 2000
Release Number: 1328-13
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St. Clair, MO -- State and Federal Disaster Officials announced that local entities in Franklin, Jefferson and Gasconade counties have until June 22, 2000 to submit applications for federal public assistance to help repair roads, bridges, and other public property damaged in the severe thunderstorms and flash floods of May 6-7.
"To be considered for public assistance benefits, we must receive your application by the June 22nd deadline," said Public Assistance Officer Chuck May of the Missouri State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA).
Public entities that have not already submitted their applications should call SEMA at 573-526-9251.
Eligible applicants include state and local governments, political subdivisions, special districts, and certain nonprofit organizations in the three declared counties.
Public Assistance is available to eligible applicants to repair or replace storm-damaged property such as roads, bridges, low-water crossings, culverts, and other public facilities. Public Assistance may also include debris removal and reimbursement for emergency protective measures.
Last Modified: Thursday, 13-Nov-2003 13:37:28