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City files FEMA requests for storm recovery; crews removed about 52,500 cubic yards of debris
Summary
Emergency manager Christy Matthews said the city requested FEMA assistance for Helene on Oct. 21 and has an initial FEMA/state call scheduled; staff submitted expedited project requests for Milton totaling about $1.4 million each and Public Works reported roughly 52,500 cubic yards of debris removed with contractor support.
Emergency Manager Christy Matthews updated council on recovery from the recent storms Helene and Milton. She said the city requested public assistance for Helene on Oct. 21, held an initial coordination call with FEMA and the state on Nov. 5, and expects a recovery scope meeting in December that will begin site inspections and project development. For Milton Matthews said the city submitted an expedited CAT B request and an expedited CAT A request totaling about $1.4 million for each expedited project and is preparing for follow‑up calls with the state and FEMA.
Public Works Director Pete Bennett reported on debris operations and contractor support: work with contractor Crowder removed approximately 48,260 cubic yards and city crews and mulching operations brought the total collected to about 52,500 cubic yards; the city said it has completed multiple passes and returned to regular service. Council thanked staff for rapid response and cleanup efforts; no further policy actions were taken at the workshop.
