FEMA program could save Norwalkers 5 percent on flood insurance
On Thursday evening, the
"The program provides a discount for flood insurance policy holders in
A WestCOG representative is expected to attend the Planning Committee meeting at
The program recognizes and encourages community floodplain management activities that exceed the minimum National Flood Insurance Program standards. Depending on the level of participation, flood insurance premium rates for policyholders can be reduced up to 45 percent, according to
"The more points we can meet as a municipality, there's a reduced cost for the homeowner in some of their flood insurance," DeLuca said. "Regular maintenance has to be done to maintain those points."
Additional benefits of participation in the rating system program include better public safety, reduced damage to property and public infrastructure, less economic disruption and human suffering and better protection of the environment, according to
WestCOG has provided
"The
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