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County says FEMA public‑assistance application stalled; $11.4M sought, $12k received so far
Summary
Burke County manager updated the board on an $11.4 million FEMA public‑assistance reimbursement application, noting only about $12,000 has been obligated so far and that FEMA technical issues — including a dispute over debris trailer fill rates — have delayed large‑project review and obligation.
Burke County has applied for roughly $11.4 million in FEMA public‑assistance reimbursements tied to the recent storm, but county officials told the Board of Commissioners Nov. 17 that only about $12,000 has been reimbursed to date.
County manager explained the federal public assistance process is complex and governed by lengthy guidance (the Public Assistance Guide). He said the…
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