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San Angelo board OKs fast‑track repairs from affordable‑housing allocation after July floods
Summary
The San Angelo Development Corporation authorized use of roughly $183,000 of unprogrammed affordable‑housing funds to fast‑track flood repairs — including roofing — and heard updates that volunteer teams and partner agencies are beginning repairs on dozens of homes while hundreds more remain eligible for assistance.
The San Angelo Development Corporation on Aug. 13 authorized use of a portion of previously allocated affordable‑housing funds to speed repairs for homes damaged in the July 4 flooding and heard progress reports on volunteer and partner repair efforts.
Stephanie Hamby, who is coordinating the housing repair work for Galilee Community Development Corporation, told the board a volunteer team will begin repairs next week and that the group has secured a warehouse for at least three months to store materials. Hamby said an initial outreach identified about 202 homes for immediate assistance and that a broader assessment suggests 300–400 additional homes will need some level of help, from materials to labor.
Bob Schneben, economic development project manager, said the board previously set aside $1 million for affordable‑housing flood repairs and that Galilee will be the point of contact for administering the program. He also said the city has approved fee waivers and other expedited permit considerations to help speed repairs.
Board members discussed fast‑tracking a portion of that money for roofing work, noting roofing failures were both caused by and revealed during the flood. They emphasized coordination with other programs and partners so funds do not duplicate or conflict with other assistance. Staff said a remaining affordable‑housing line item of roughly $182,000–$183,000 was available and that, because part of that amount is ballot‑authorized, it can be used without an additional 60‑day waiting period.
After discussion, the board moved and approved a motion to authorize the board president to negotiate and execute agreements to use approximately $183,000 in unprogrammed affordable‑housing funds for flood relief purposes, including roofing, with direction that unused funds return to other flood repairs if not spent on roofing.
Hamby said the initial repairs will focus on making homes “safe, secure and sanitary” — installing insulation and replacing sheetrock and subflooring — before determining whether additional funding or matching from FEMA or other sources is needed to return homes to pre‑flood conditions or improve resilience.
The board also heard general context about volunteer and nonprofit activity: Texans on Mission and Samaritan’s Purse have been on site doing muck‑out and initial repairs, and a mix of volunteer crews and donated materials will allow staff to stretch direct cash support farther.
The public hearing for the housing project was held as required under sections cited in the transcript; staff said the board will return with more detailed program rules and eligibility once the administration plan is finalized.
The board’s action authorizes staff to move ahead with targeted, fast‑track work while retaining oversight and returning for further updates as the program and needs become clearer.
