EDITORIAL: Money flows into hurricane relief funds
OUR POSITION: Money shouldn't be the biggest issue for people and businesses looking to recover from Hurricane Ian.
The deadliest and costliest hurricane to come ashore in
Just knowing where to start the recovery can be a challenge.
Insurance companies are overwhelmed and many are telling people it will be days, maybe weeks, before an adjuster can survey their damage. Besides insurance, the knowledge of just where to start the recovery is scarce for those who may need help with debris, tarps, food or access to the internet or phone service.
But, one thing that should not be a problem is money.
There is a plethora of disaster relief efforts being conducted with money being raised by private and nonprofit agencies.
The challenge will be getting information to people on how to take advantage of all this aid. And, secondly, making the system simple and expedient so the people who need help can navigate the paperwork so as to get help sooner, rather than later.
Meanwhile, the nation — individuals and governments — have been generous in their response.
It all starts locally where
The Hurricane Ian recovery and relief fund will funnel money to individuals and families trying to recover from the storm. Hopefully, according to a
Anyone can donate through www.uwssc.org or by mailing a check to
Statewide, the
A disaster-relief fund, used now to speed recovery, will get a shot in the arm to the tune of
The money will be immediately available.
When President
And, not to be outdone, Gov.
And, finally, the
The release said regulatory and administrative relief covers HUD programs such as: Community Development
Some of the rules being waived will enable CDBG grantees to replace affordable housing units that were lost as a result of severe weather.
Now, let's get busy and get the money and help in the hands of those who need it most.
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