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Erwin board says STP2016 reimbursement received, HEAL loan set aside for debris removal; FEMA temporary housing locations approved
Summary
Town Recorder Tim Bailey told the Board of Mayor and Aldermen the STP2016 reimbursement has been received and a HEAL loan has been secured and will be held in a dedicated account for debris removal. HGA provided debris updates and FEMA confirmed approved temporary housing locations within town limits (sites not specified).
The Town of Erwin received reimbursement for its STP2016 project and secured a HEAL loan earmarked for debris removal, Town Recorder Tim Bailey told the Board of Mayor and Aldermen at their Feb. 24 meeting. Bailey said the HEAL loan will remain in a dedicated account "to be used for debris removal only."
Tracy Hilburn of HGA Consulting updated the board on debris-removal work and on approvals for additional projects tied to recovery from the storm Helene. Hilburn outlined ongoing coordination between consultants and town staff to document work eligible for reimbursement and to prepare scopes for follow-on removal tasks.
Matthias Mandigo of the Federal Emergency Management Agency told the board FEMA has approved locations within the town for temporary housing. Mandigo did not name the specific approved sites during the meeting; the record states only that approved locations exist within the town limits.
Mayor Glenn White framed the updates as part of broader recovery and infrastructure efforts, and said the town is monitoring work on Industrial Park Road and the Linear Trail alongside debris operations. Alderman Michael Baker announced a public meeting on debris removal for Feb. 27, 2025, at the Unicoi County Courthouse to gather public input.
Next steps: town staff will continue coordination with HGA and FEMA and will hold the public meeting Feb. 27. Funding disbursement from the HEAL loan will be limited to debris-removal activities per Bailey’s statement.
