In a recent government meeting, officials discussed the potential for a special meeting on December 17th to address the allocation of remaining recovery funds, estimated between $90 million and $120 million. The conversation highlighted the urgency among project owners and bondholders, who are anxious about upcoming deadlines and the need for clarity on funding appropriations.
Recovery Chairman emphasized the importance of appropriating all available funds to strengthen the county's case for additional federal support. The meeting underscored the necessity of addressing affordable housing needs and ensuring that projects previously considered but not funded could be revisited.
Commissioners expressed their willingness to convene a focused session to finalize discussions on the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CBDR) funds. A motion was made and seconded to hold the special meeting, which passed without opposition, indicating a collective commitment to resolving outstanding financial matters and supporting local development initiatives.