"The Hazard Mitigation Grant Program is funded by FEMA, but administered by the state's division of emergency management," reports Leigh Jones in yesterday's Galveston Daily News coverage. (click here to read the entire article)
Although part of this grant program includes a buy-out program, which many west-end property owners are looking into, for those of us in-town that want to elevate our flood damaged homes, this could be a good place to start.
"All property owners throughout the city who are interested in elevating their houses or having them bought out should call the city at 409-797-3630 to add their name to the grant program list. The program is voluntary and joining the list now does not require participating."
We've added our names to the list - will you add yours?
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