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County reports $266M in storm damage projects; reimbursement gaps and debt service remain risks
Summary
County staff reported 414 storm-damage sites across 2016–17 and 2023 events valued at about $266 million; 76% of projects are complete, but reimbursement delays and eligibility questions leave roughly $33 million in future needs and created $89 million in interim debt.
Santa Cruz County officials told the Board of Supervisors April 28 that the county has documented 414 storm-damage sites from the 2016–17 winter storms and 2023 atmospheric rivers with an estimated total damage value of about $266 million, and that roughly three-quarters of projects are now complete.
Director Matt Machado reported the county issued approximately $89 million in debt in 2024 to sustain project work while awaiting reimbursements from FEMA, the…
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