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Green Mountain Falls pursues FEMA/BRIC stormwater planning and backup bridge engineering grants
Summary
Town staff submitted a FEMA notice of interest and was told the town is covered by the regional OEM plan; the board authorized follow‑up on BRIC-eligible stormwater master planning and to apply for a zero‑match rural and tribal assistance grant as a bridge‑engineering backup.
Mayor reported he submitted a FEMA notice of interest and spoke with state staff who indicated Green Mountain Falls is part of the Pikes Peak Regional Office of Emergency Management plan, which limits eligibility for a separate hazard-mitigation plan. The state recommended pursuing a stormwater master plan through BRIC or pursuing WaterNow's Project Accelerator (250 hours of technical assistance). The mayor estimated a stormwater master plan could cost $60,000–$100,000 and said the town's share could be about 50% under certain scenarios.
Separately, trustees authorized applying for a competitive, zero‑match rural and tribal assistance grant as a fallback to the larger 'Protect' grant for bridge replacement/engineering. Town manager Patterson noted applying for both grants could be prudent so engineering costs are covered and the town remains 'shovel ready' for larger funding opportunities.
