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CONSIDERATION OF ACCEPTANCE OF REIMBURSEMENT OF FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $68,160.59 FROM THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FOR STORM RELATED DAMAGE DURING MAY, 2010.
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BACKGROUND: During the severe weather outbreak event of May 10-13, 2010, Norman experienced tornados and strong winds that caused widespread damage throughout the City of Norman. During this time, there was an immediate threat to lives, property and public health and safety therefore FEMA Declaration OK-DR-1917 was approved.
DISCUSSION: Resulting from the severe storms, tornadoes, and straight-line winds during the period of May 10 - 13, 2010, vegetative and construction/demolition debris was deposited upon public properties and rights-of-way. It was determined that this debris posed a significant threat to citizens' lives, public health and safety which necessitated debris removal. Under FEMA Declaration Number FEMA-OK-DR-1917, the City of Norman was determined to be an eligible applicant for reimbursement. The City of Norman submitted claims totaling $547,253.49, 75% of which is eligible for FEMA reimbursement. The total amount expected in FEMA reimbursements is $410,440.12 and to date the City has received $408,963.47.
The State of Oklahoma operates a Public Assistance program that provides for 12.5% of the remaining 25% cost share not covered by FEMA. The amount of the 12.5% provided by the State of Oklahoma is $68,160.59.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that City Council approve the acceptance of this reimbursement in the amount of $68,160.59 and receipt into the General Fund Other Agency Reimbursements account (010-0000-366.12-39).