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FEMA Public Assistance Grant Program:

FEMA Public Assistance Grant Program Presentation by: Jessica Nunez Foundations Of Emergency Management PAD 4391

What is the Pubic Assistance Grant Program ? :

What is the Pubic Assistance Grant Program ? Provides assistance to State, Tribal, local governments, and, certain types of Private Non-profit organizations so that communities can begin recovery from disasters or emergencies. Also known as the PA program, it acts as a supplemental for actions such as: a) Debris removal b) Emergency protective measures c) Repair of publicly owned facilities, and of facilities owned by Non-Profit Organizations

Hazard Mitigation Measures :

Hazard Mitigation Measures The PA program also advocates damaged facilities to look into protection from future disasters The Federal share of assistance is not less than 75% of the eligible cost for emergency measures and permanent restoration. The grantee determines how the non-Federal share (up to 25%) is split with the sub grantees.

Who does what? :

Who does what? Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) The Grantee The Applicants

FEMA’s role:

FEMA’s role Determines the amount of funding Educates participants in programs available Assist and reviews projects

Grantee :

Grantee The State Indian Tribe Notifies applicants what funds are available Disburses funds Advises applicants

Sub-Grantee (Applicant) :

Sub-Grantee (Applicant) Responsible for attending the Applicants' Briefing to learn about the necessary paperwork or documentation Works with FEMA and the State

What can be done with a grant? :

All work must be required as the result of a major disaster event, located within the designated disaster area and the legal responsibility eligible agency No double dipping! No negligence What can be done with a grant?

Other examples:

Other examples Debris Removal a) From a street or highway to allow the safe passage of emergency vehicles b) From public property to eliminate health and safety hazards Emergency Protective Measures a) Warning devices b) Search and rescue c) Provision of shelters or emergency care d) Food, water, ice, etc e) Emergency repairs

Can also be used for: :

Can also be used for: Buildings and Equipment Utilities Parks, Recreational Facilities

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Policy and Guidance a) FEMA 321 Public Assistance Policy Digest b) FEMA 322 Public Assistance Guide c) FEMA 323 Applicant handbook

Thank You! :

Thank You!