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Consideration of and action on ratification of a Public Assistance Grant Application through FEMA.
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Summary:
The President has declared a major disaster in Harris County, Texas for Hurricane Harvey, during which public funds were expended for Emergency Protective Measures and Emergency Debris Removal in and around Deer Park. Both of these categories are eligible for Public Assistance reimbursement through FEMA.
Fiscal/Budgetary Impact:
This grant will seek federal reimbursement for the eligible expenses incurred. The President has authorized reimbursement up to 100% of eligible expenses for Emergency Protective Measures and up to 90% of eligible expenses for Emergency Debris Removal.
Recommended action
Staff requests that Council ratify this grant application and support the continued efforts in seeking federal reimbursement for these emergency expenditures.