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County hazard-mitigation plan in state review; officials explain FEMA thresholds necessary for declared disaster funding
Summary
Emergency management staff told the committee the county's mitigation plan draft was submitted in May, revised in June and is under New York State review before FEMA review; officials explained that FEMA funding eligibility depends on damage thresholds at county and state levels.
Emergency management staff told the committee on July 15 that the county's hazard mitigation plan is under review by New York State and will be sent to FEMA after state approval.
Why it matters: An approved mitigation plan is a prerequisite for some federal mitigation grants and can affect eligibility for certain post-disaster assistance.
Emergency management staff said the consulting firm submitted a county draft in May and revised the plan after state…
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