Recommendation Concerning Escambia County State of Local Emergencies.
That the Board extend the State of Local Emergencies.
BACKGROUND:
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and attendant federal and state declarations of emergency, the federal government has released federal aid dollars to state and local governments for COVID-19 related expenses and impacts.
Hurricane Sally struck Escambia County and surrounding areas with high storm surge, flooding rains and high winds on September 16, 2020, causing extensive damage to infrastructure, property, and utilities. The recovery effort will be extensive. Continuation of the state of emergency related to Hurricane Sally will allow Escambia County to proceed with a safe and efficient recovery effort.
BUDGETARY IMPACT:
N/A
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS/SIGN-OFF:
All documents have been reviewed and approved by the County Attorney's Office.