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Council adopts resolution urging Boston to seek FEMA Community Rating System certification
Summary
The council adopted a resolution urging the city to pursue FEMA’s Community Rating System (CRS) certification to secure discounts on flood insurance for residents. Councilors discussed the administrative work needed and said the city is working toward certification, possibly in 2026.
The Boston City Council on 2025-11-05 adopted a resolution urging the city to seek certification under the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Community Rating System (CRS) for the National Flood Insurance Program, a step that can reduce premiums for property owners in flood-prone areas.
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