County manager outlines debris progress, FEMA coordination and December target for county‑run EMS
Mitchell County manager reported roadside debris collection and reopening of private‑property registration, said FEMA denied a proposed 'chop‑and‑drop' mitigation approach, outlined a state grant option being developed, and stated the county is pursuing a December 1 target to begin a county‑run EMS service.
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County manager provided an extended report on recovery operations and citizen services. He said roadside debris pickup continues, private‑property debris registrations have been reactivated in coordination with the state's SMART program, and the county has a punch‑list system on its Helene resources webpage for tracking debris requests. He cautioned that private‑property removal remains subject to FEMA preapproval.
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