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Altamonte Springs manager warns delayed FEMA reimbursements and pending state bills could force program cuts
Summary
City Manager Frank Martz told the commission that paused FEMA reimbursements and several Florida legislative proposals could reduce local revenues, potentially forcing cuts to programs and parks if changes occur; he also announced a March 9 road closure and ongoing talks with Apopka on reclaimed water.
City Manager Frank Martz told the Altamonte Springs City Commission on March 3 that the City does not have a timeline for FEMA reimbursements for past hurricane work because a partial federal government shutdown and staffing reductions at FEMA have limited the agency’s ability to process claims. He said that uncertainty complicates budgeting for storm-recovery costs and that any reduction in tax revenue would further hamper the City's ability to recover costs.
Martz warned the commission that several bills moving through the Florida Legislature could significantly affect municipal revenues and…
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