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Federally Funded Subaward and Grant Agreement With State Division of Emergency Management for Disaster Assistance Expenses Resulting From Hurricane Helene
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BRIEF OVERVIEW
The Florida Division of Emergency Management has approved Hernando County’s application for Public Assistance for Hurricane Helene (DR-4828). This agreement will allow Hernando County to recover expenses incurred to prepare for, respond to, and recover from the impacts of Hurricane Helene. The period of performance for Categories A and B (Emergency Work) is September 23, 2024, to March 28, 2025. The period of performance for Categories C through G (Permanent Work) is September 23, 2024, to March 28, 2026.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The 100% Federal cost share period for Category A (Debris Removal) is September 25, 2024, to December 23, 2024; Category B (Emergency Protective Measures) is September 23, 2024, to December 21, 2024. The cost share for expenses incurred thereafter will have a 75% Federal, 25% Local cost share. This reimbursement will increase revenue across multiple funds. The approximate total amount to be requested for reimbursement is $4,300,000.
LEGAL NOTE
The Board is authorized to act upon this matter pursuant to Chapters 125 and 252, Florida Statutes.
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Board approve and authorize the Chairman’s signature on the attached Federally Funded Subaward and Grant Agreement No. Z5188.