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Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Assistance for Debris Removal and Temporary Housing for Floridians Impacted by Hurricane Ian
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced efforts to identify and remove vessels and other debris from waterways and to expedite the removal of debris on private and commercial properties, including the use of various technology platforms and satellite imagery to allow FEMA to more quickly determine...
Florida Division of Emergency Management Announces State-Led Housing Mission and FEMA Direct Temporary Housing Assistance to Support Hurricane Ian Survivors
~Survivors from Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto and Lee counties are now eligible~ Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) announced that FEMA Direct Temporary Housing Assistance has been approved for Hurricane Ian survivors in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto and Lee counties. To...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/25
Today, Governor Ron awarded $9 million in funding for workforce education programs in high-demand fields across the state, with a focus on serving professions and Floridians impacted by Hurricane Ian. Funding was awarded to South Florida State College, Daytona State College and St. Petersburg...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/24
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted the achievements of Florida’s students thanks to Florida's efforts to keep kids in schools. At the peak of Hurricane Ian, 59 school districts were closed, and in less than three weeks, all districts opened to get kids back in the classroom. Following...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/23
This week, Governor Ron DeSantis continued to visit areas impacted by Hurricane Ian and make major announcements related to storm recovery. The Governor announced the opening of the Sanibel Causeway for vehicle access and signed an Executive Order to extend the deadline for property taxes in areas...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/22
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis traveled to Punta Gorda to announce that Florida Housing Finance Corporation (Florida Housing) is awarding $5 million to local housing partners to help Floridians impacted by Hurricane Ian pay their home insurance deductibles in the six hardest hit counties. Funding...
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Support for Ian-Impacted Homeowners Insurance Deductibles
Funding will Close the Financial Gap to Recovery for Families, Seniors Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida Housing Finance Corporation (Florida Housing) is awarding $5 million to local housing partners to help Floridians impacted by Hurricane Ian pay their home insurance...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/21
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis traveled to Fort Myers and First Lady Casey DeSantis traveled to Sarasota to announce that $4 million is being distributed through the Florida Disaster Fund. At San Carlos Park Elementary, Governor DeSantis announced $2 million has been awarded to support local...
The Florida Division of Emergency Management Announces Sign-Up Extension for Operation Blue Roof in Response to Hurricane Ian
~ Impacted residents can now apply through Tuesday, November 1~ Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) announced that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has extended sign-ups for Operation Blue Roof through Tuesday, November 1. Operation Blue Roof missions are currently...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/20
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited Fort Myers Beach to announce that he signed Executive Order 22-242 to extend the deadline for property taxes in counties that have been impacted by Hurricane Ian. The Governor also announced that he is working with the Legislature to call a special session in...
Governor Ron DeSantis Waives Eligibility Requirement of the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program, Allowing Sole Proprietors in the Marine Fisheries Industry to Receive Critical Assistance
Waiving this eligibility requirement allows sole proprietors in the Marine Fisheries Industry located in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Hardee, Lee, and Sarasota counties to apply Today, Governor Ron DeSantis waived an eligibility requirement of the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/19
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited Sanibel Island to announce that repairs to the Sanibel Causeway have been completed more than a week ahead of schedule. As of this morning, access to Sanibel Island has been restored for residents, reconnecting Sanibel Island to the mainland. To watch the...
