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What They Are Saying: Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Host Roundtable with Southwest Florida Businesses to Discuss Next Steps for Recovery Following Hurricane Ian
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) hosted a roundtable with members of the Southwest Florida business community to discuss Hurricane Ian recovery. Business owners are sharing their perspective on Florida’s response to Hurricane...
Governor Ron DeSantis, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Host Roundtable with Southwest Florida Businesses to Discuss Next Steps for Hurricane Ian Recovery
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) hosted a roundtable with more than a dozen Southwest Florida businesses. The roundtable discussion included representatives across industry sectors who shared their unique perspectives, needs, and obstacles for...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/11
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited Fort Myers to give updates on recovery efforts and announce that temporary repairs to the Sanibel Causeway will allow a one-time convoy of power restoration equipment, supplies and crews temporary access to Sanibel Island for power restoration efforts. Once...
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Major Update on Power Restoration Efforts on Sanibel Island
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that temporary repairs to the Sanibel Causeway will allow a one-time convoy of power restoration equipment, supplies, and crews to access Sanibel Island and continue restoration efforts. Once crews are on the island, the Florida Department of Transportation...
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces FEMA Approval to Include Brevard, Orange, and Osceola Counties in Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance
Today, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved Florida's request to amend the Major Disaster Declaration issued on September 29, to assist with Hurricane Ian recovery efforts. The amendment extends the declaration to Brevard, Orange, and Osceola counties to get assistance to all...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/10
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis visited Charlotte County to give updates on recovery efforts and visit a disaster services site that has received funds from the Florida Disaster Fund. Governor DeSantis announced that all but three schools in Charlotte County will be able...
First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces Toy Drive for Children Impacted by Ian
Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced a toy drive for children impacted by Hurricane Ian. The state is partnering with faith-based institutions and non-profits in impacted counties to collect and deliver toys to the state's Disaster Recovery Centers. Anyone looking to donate a toy can find a...
Governor Ron DeSantis Awards $126 Million to Northwest Florida on Four-Year Anniversary of Hurricane Michael and Affirms Florida’s Long-Term Commitment to Hurricane Ian Recovery
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis recognized the four-year anniversary of Hurricane Michael by announcing over $126 million in new awards for communities impacted by Hurricane Michael through the Department of Economic Opportunity's (DEO) Rebuild Florida Program. While in Port Charlotte, Governor...
Governor Ron DeSantis Awards $2.5 million Through the Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program to Help Businesses Impacted by Hurricane Ian
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded an initial $2.5 million to businesses through the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program. This program was activated by Governor DeSantis following Hurricane Ian, to provide short-term, zero interest loans to small businesses that experienced...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/09
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted the ongoing recovery efforts in areas impacted by Hurricane Ian and announced that Operation Blue Roof, run by the Army Corps of Engineers, has installed the first Blue Roof in Fort Myers. Floridians continue to show resiliency through communities coming...
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on Hurricane Ian Recovery 10/08
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis traveled to Fort Myers Beach to give updates on recovery efforts in areas that have been impacted by Hurricane Ian. Floridians continue to show resiliency through communities coming together to help each other. Full remarks can be found here. Governor DeSantis was...
State of Florida Announces Transitional Sheltering Program for Residents Impacted by Hurricane Ian
Today, Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Director Kevin Guthrie announced that the Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) Program has been activated by the State of Florida, in partnership with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), for impacted residents in Charlotte,...
