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Consider accepting a grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) in the amount of $622,199.55 for acquisition and demolition of flood-prone properties located at 209 SW I Ave., 211 SW I Ave., 213 SW I Ave., 306 SW I Ave., 407 SW I Ave., 408 SW I Ave., 410 SW I Ave., 615 SW I Ave., 808 SW 3rd St., 810 SW 3rd St., 812 SW 3rd St., 808 SW 9th St., and 809 SW 6th St.
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INITIATOR: Larry Wolcott, P.E., Public Works
STAFF INFORMATION SOURCE: Cynthia Williams, Deputy Public Works Director
BACKGROUND: The FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) provides grants to states and local governments to implement long-term hazard mitigation measures. The purpose of the HMGP is to reduce the loss of life and property due to natural disaster. The acquisition of flood-prone property can be an effective way to move people and property away from high-risk areas. Acquisition projects funded through the HMGP are voluntary and homeowners are never forced to sell their property. Once an acquisition project is approved by the state and FEMA, the community uses Federal funds to purchase the home or building, and the land is restricted to open space, recreation, or wetlands in perpetuity. This acquisition grant would be used toward purchase of thirteen (13) flood prone properties in the Numu Creek Watershed. Acquisition of flood-prone properties is one of the mitigation projects identified in the FEMA approved City of Lawton Hazard Mitigation Plan.
EXHIBIT: FEMA Award Letter, OEM Award Letter, State and Local Agreement, FEMA Property List
KEY ISSUES: The FEMA approved City of Lawton Hazard Mitigation Plan set a goal of acquiring two flood-prone properties. The property acquisition project aligns with the True North Culture by mitigating flood risks, protecting life and property and providing a safe environment for citizens to thrive.
FUNDING SOURCE: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Hazard ...
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