Federal Disaster Declaration approved for Essex Co.

ALBANY | President Biden has approved New York's request for a Major Disaster Declaration to provide federal assistance to communities impacted by Tropical Storm Debby on Aug. 8-10. The declaration allows for federal financial assistance to support public infrastructure reconstruction efforts in Allegany, Broome, Delaware, Essex, Franklin, Jefferson, Ontario, Steuben, St. Lawrence and Yates counties. "The effects of Tropical Storm Debby caused extreme damage across parts of New York last month, and I'm thankful President Biden has approved my request for a Major Disaster Declaration," Gov. Hochul said in announcing the declaration late Sept. 24. "My administration will continue to work with FEMA to ensure those affected receive the critical funding they need to begin the recovery and rebuilding process." A Major Disaster Declaration secures financial assistance from the federal government, primarily through FEMA's Public Assistance Program, and provides funding to local governments and eligible non-profits for debris removal, protective measures, and repairs to buildings and infrastructure, including roads, bridges, water and wastewater treatment facilities, critical infrastructure sites, schools, parks and other facilities. As part of the declaration, New York was also granted access to FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Grant Programs. Following a Presidential disaster declaration, FEMA provides funding for states to administer grant programs supporting local hazard mitigation planning and long-term hazard mitigation measures to reduce the loss of life and to improve property damaged by natural disasters. Local governments and certain non-profits that perform government-like functions are eligible to apply for these grants. All counties in the state will have the ability to apply for this funding. More information will become available in the coming months.

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