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EMA: 10 FEMA projects pending and county's Helene reimbursements could reach about $37 million

Carter County Board of Commissioners · March 1, 2026
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EMA Director Cathy Umrichin told the commission that 10 Helene-related projects were pending award and that consultants estimate Carter County's total FEMA reimbursement could be roughly $37 million; Finance Director said Carter County has already received NRCS and other funds and is progressing through FEMA steps.

Cathy Umrichin, director of the county's Emergency Management Agency, told the Carter County Board of Commissioners on Dec. 15 that 10 Helene-related projects were pending award and that additional federal and state reimbursements were in process.

"There is a total of 10 projects that are pending award," EMA Director Cathy Umrichin said, and she added the county "has gained an additional $3 million." She…

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