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County seeks FEMA hazard mitigation funding after hail and storm damage
Summary
Commissioners authorized staff to apply for a FEMA/CEMA hazard mitigation grant to seek reimbursement for building, vehicle and equipment damage from a recent declared disaster; staff said federal reimbursement could be 75% with a 10% state share and described high deductibles on county properties.
St. Francois County commissioners authorized staff to apply for a hazard mitigation grant through CEMA and FEMA to seek reimbursement for storm and hail damage to county buildings, vehicles and equipment.
County staff said the federal program can reimburse up to about 75% for eligible losses and that the state typically contributes about 10%. Staff warned there are many eligibility hurdles and that each building must be evaluated for structural versus cosmetic damage before filing claims. "They pay 75% reimbursement if we qualify," a commissioner noted; staff confirmed the need to evaluate which losses are worth claiming given county deductibles and insurance limits.
Commissioners approved permission to file the grant application and directed staff to continue evaluating building and vehicle damage for potential claims. The approval does not guarantee funding; staff emphasized the availability of federal funds is subject to allocation and program rules.
