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Brentwood officials describe storm damage, expect mayoral emergency declaration; crews begin debris removal
Summary
City administrators and public safety officials summarized damage from a severe storm that struck Brentwood on May 16, said seven people died in the broader event, described mutual‑aid and cleanup steps, and said they expect the mayor to issue an executive emergency declaration to speed debris removal and waive certain fees.
Brentwood officials on May 19 described widespread storm damage from the overnight event on May 16, said mutual‑aid crews have begun clearing streets and debris, and said they expect Mayor David Dimmit to issue an emergency declaration authorizing an expedited cleanup and limited fee waivers.
"The storms resulted in widespread damage and destruction of property of such severity as to affect the public generally and pose a reasonable risk to the public health and safety and welfare within the city," the city administrator told the Board of Aldermen, and added that the city expects the mayor "will declare the need for an emergency response in areas of the city affected by the storm." The administrator said the declaration would give the city authority to temporarily change collection rules, waive certain fees and coordinate contractor support under the city's purchasing policy.
The declaration is an executive action by the mayor that, according to the city administrator, does not require Board of Aldermen approval.…
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