Spokane County commissioners unanimously adopted a resolution to provide $200,000 to support phase 2 home rebuilds for residents still recovering from recent fires.

An unidentified staff member moved the resolution to execute an agreement between Spokane County, through the Housing and Community Development Department, and the Spokane Regional Long Term Recovery Group to fund completion of phase 2 home rebuilds in the amount of $200,000. Commissioner Wong noted the county funding "matches funding from the Anovia Foundation to help folks rebuild their homes," and thanked the foundation for its contribution.

A speaker thanked George Dahl and his team for finding an "innovative way to get some dollars" to the long-term recovery group while county staff continue to work through HUD disaster relief dollars and compliance checks to avoid audit findings. Commissioners said the funding fills a gap while federal disaster assistance is being finalized.

The board approved the resolution by unanimous voice vote. County staff will proceed with executing the agreement and coordinating with the Spokane Regional Long Term Recovery Group and private partners to distribute the funds to eligible rebuild projects.