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Florida Division of Emergency Management Celebrates Legislative Accomplishments
Today, following the Sine Die ceremony marking the end of the Florida Legislative Session, Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Jared Moskowitz issued the following statement: "I applaud Governor DeSantis for the commitment he has shown to ensuring the communities in the Panhandle...
Public Notice – Florida Statewide Wildfire Mitigation Project
Interested parties are hereby notified that the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) and Federal Emergency Management Agency prepared a Draft Programmatic Environmental Assessment (PEA) for the Statewide Wildfire Mitigation Project. The Proposed Action is to provide funding for...
Governor Ron DeSantis Requests Increased Federal Cost Share for Hurricane Michael Recovery
"Following Hurricane Michael Upgrade to a Category 5 Storm" On Friday, April 19th, Governor Ron DeSantis sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting an increase in the federal cost share from 75 percent to 90 percent for the remainder of Hurricane Michael recovery. This request follows the...
Governor Ron DeSantis and FDEM Announce $18.5 Million for Bay County Hurricane Recovery
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that following President Donald Trump's commitment to federally fund 100 percent of the first 45 days of Hurricane Michael recovery, Bay County is receiving $18.5 million in recovery funding. These funds will be used to reimburse Bay County for removing 2.3...
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces $40.9 Million Award to Collier County for Hurricane Irma
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Collier County is receiving $40.9 million for Hurricane Irma recovery. This funding is awarded by the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) to reimburse the county for debris removal in the months following Hurricane Irma's landfall in...
Notice of Public Meeting - Satellite Voice and Data Services for VSAT
Notice of Public Meeting Invitation to Bid #ITB-DEM-18-19-029 Satellite Voice and Data Services for VSAT The Division of Emergency Management announces a public meeting to which all persons are invited. Date and Time: April 15, 2019 at 2:30 pm Place: William E. Sadowski Office...
Governor Ron DeSantis, FDOT and DEM Announce $9.8 Million in FEMA Funding for Debris Cleanup
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that following President Donald Trump’s commitment to federally fund 100-percent of the first 45 days of Hurricane Michael recovery, the Florida Department of Transportation will receive $9.8 million from FEMA to reimburse the cost of debris cleanup in...
Governor DeSantis Announces Formal Notification from FEMA for 45 Days of 100 Percent Federal Cost Share Reimbursement for Hurricane Michael
Today, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) sent a formal notification to Florida's congressional delegation informing the state that President Donald J. Trump granted 45 days of 100 percent federal cost share for Hurricane Michael debris removal and emergency protective measures (FEMA...
Florida Division of Emergency Management Celebrates Accomplishments Since January 8
Today, following Governor Ron DeSantis' State of the State Address, Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Jared Moskowitz issued the following statement: "I applaud Governor DeSantis for his bold leadership, decisive action and ongoing commitment to helping the communities in the...
First Lady Casey DeSantis Tours Northwest Florida and Hosts Hurricane Michael Recovery Listening Session
Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis toured Northwest Florida areas affected by Hurricane Michael and hosted a recovery listening session at Lynn Haven Elementary School. Joined by Division of Emergency Management Director Jared Moskowitz and Katie Patronis, a Panama City resident and wife of CFO Jimmy...
Hurricane Michael Recovery Funding Awarded to Harvest Worship Center
~First House of Worship to receive federal public assistance funding in Florida~ Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management announced that Harvest Worship Center in Panama City will receive an initial $25,000 in public assistance funding from the Federal Emergency Management Administration...
Notice of Public Meeting Turkey Point Nuclear Power Plant Exercise
The Division of Emergency Management announces a public meeting to which all persons are invited. Date and Time: February 22, 2019 11:00 am Place: Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Headquarters 9300 NW 41 Street Miami, Florida General...
