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Carter County updates Helene recovery spending; approves Helene bond allocations and related budget amendments

Carter County Board of Commissioners · March 1, 2026
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Summary

Commission recorded multi‑million dollar Helene fund and bond allocations, approved a $1.926 million Helene fund budget amendment for road repairs, received an update that $3 million in mitigation funds have been obligated across projects, and noted a $4 million Disaster Recovery Grant to the county.

Carter County commissioners received updates and approved budget actions tied to recovery from Hurricane Helene during the Feb. 17 meeting.

Emergency Management Agency Director Cathy Umrichin reported $3 million in mitigation funds and 42 open projects, 31 of which are obligated. Mayor Patty Woodby told the board the county received a $4 million Disaster Recovery Grant that requires no local match and is intended…

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