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Florida Division of Emergency Management and Department of Economic Opportunity Host Multi-Agency Event to Support Small Businesses Impacted by Hurricane Ian
Today, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) teamed up with federal and state agencies to offer in-person services to small businesses impacted by Hurricane Ian from across the Southwest Florida region. "I'm proud to work...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/18
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited Sanibel Island to hand deliver $1,000 recognition payments to first responders in areas impacted by Hurricane Ian. These recognition payment checks were mailed prior to Hurricane Ian making landfall but were unable to be delivered to impacted areas following the...
First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces Mental Resiliency Tools in Response to Hurricane Ian: Family Support Line and Partnership with BetterHelp
The Family Support Line is available for those impacted by Hurricane Ian to hear from Floridians who have recovered from Hurricane Michael Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced two additional mental health resources that are available for Floridians impacted by Hurricane Ian. Available now,...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/17
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited Toledo Blade Elementary in North Port on the first day back in session following Hurricane Ian. While there, the Governor announced over $200 million in awards through the School Recognition Program to 1,400 schools across the state that have demonstrated...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/16
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited Flagler County to receive a briefing from local officials and survey areas impacted by Hurricane Ian. Since Hurricane Ian impacted Flagler County, the state has provided support to aid in recovery including: The Florida National Guard and Florida Department of...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/15
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited Punta Gorda to give updates on recovery efforts in areas that have been impacted by Hurricane Ian. Governor DeSantis announced two major actions the state is taking to support our southwest Florida fisheries, including requesting a federal disaster declaration...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/14
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited the Cape Coral Police Department to visit with and thank the officers for their efforts during and in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. Governor DeSantis presented six new recruits with $5,000 bonus payments awarded through the Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/13
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office to visit with first responders and to show his support for those selflessly serving their communities. While there he announced that $2 million from the Florida Disaster Fund is being awarded to four first responder...
Governor Ron DeSantis Celebrates Lee County Schools’ Resiliency
School District of Lee County is opening at least 47 schools less than three weeks after Hurricane Ian Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and Education Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr. joined the School District of Lee County Superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier to announce that all school districts...
Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis Announce Awards for First Responders through the Florida Disaster Fund
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis awarded $2 million through the Florida Disaster Fund to four first responder organizations which have had members impacted by Hurricane Ian. These organizations will use these funds to help impacted first responders recover following...
Governor DeSantis Issues Emergency Executive Order to Ensure Ballot Access for Voters in Counties Severely Impacted by Hurricane Ian
Two weeks ago, Hurricane Ian made landfall as a powerful Category 4 storm on Florida's southwestern coast, destroying many homes and businesses and dislocating tens of thousands of Floridians. At the request of the Supervisors of Elections in Charlotte, Lee, and Sarasota counties, and at the...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/12
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by business owners impacted by Hurricane Ian in Cape Coral to hold a discussion on recovery efforts. Business owners discussed ways to reopen safely to get customers back in the door. Additionally, Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) Secretary Dane Eagle...
