Council discusses emergency-declaration use and modest compensation for Emergency Manager
Bally Borough officials said a mayoral 'Emergency Disaster Declaration' can unlock state aid for single-house disaster damage; council signaled willingness to compensate Emergency Manager Bruce Hoffman $250–$300 annually to cover travel and training expenses, to be set by resolution.
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Officials reported from a recent Emergency Management meeting that the mayor can declare an "Emergency Disaster Declaration" if a single house is damaged by a natural disaster; that declaration enables residents to seek state assistance. The briefing included praise for Emergency Manager Bruce Hoffman, who covers training across Bally, Bechtelsville Borough and Washington Township.
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