Interim city manager reports FEMA/GEMA payments and transit staffing change
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Interim City Manager Al Craze announced receipt of FEMA/GEMA payments totaling several amounts — $522,000; $668,000; and $13,316,000 — and an anticipated additional 10% ($1,300,000) contingent on receipts; he also named Amy Martin as Valdosta On Demand unit manager.
Interim City Manager Al Craze updated the council on several administrative items during the Feb. 5 meeting.
Craze announced that FEMA and GEMA payments to the city have been received in three tranches: $522,000; $668,000; and $13,316,000. He said that once the city submits paid receipts it expects to receive an additional 10% in the amount of approximately $1,300,000. Craze credited staff and outside contacts for helping secure and unlock the funds and noted the city’s utilities crews worked through freeze‑thaw events to protect the water system.
On transit, Craze announced an organizational change: Amy Martin was designated as the Valdosta On Demand unit manager. He said Martin has experience preparing master plans for the 18‑county area and will help administer the program and prepare a proposed transit‑center grant.
Craze also acknowledged the fire department’s recognition with a state award. The manager concluded his report with thanks to staff.