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City summarizes FEMA claims after Tropical Storm Hillary; $5.05 million submitted with several items pending review
Summary
Cathedral City staff reported the status of FEMA public-assistance claims related to Tropical Storm Hillary, saying roughly $5.05 million in costs were submitted to FEMA (including an estimated $240,551 in administrative costs), with some categories already obligated and others pending review.
City staff provided an update on Jan. 8 on FEMA public-assistance claims tied to Tropical Storm Hillary (incident period Aug. 19–21, 2023, FEMA disaster designation 4750CA), reporting that the city has submitted roughly $5.05 million in eligible costs across multiple FEMA categories and is working with FEMA and Cal OES on documentation and reimbursement.
Finance staff member Rick Vogt summarized the city’s submissions and status: category A (debris removal) claims total about $2,893,792 and are pending FEMA review; category B (emergency protective measures) claims of $152,007 are obligated and Cal OES has been asked to disburse those funds to the city;…
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