FEMA buyouts fail communities battling climate change.
The federal government response to flooding and hurricanes—marred by complicated applications and long wait times—often exacerbates inequality.
Source: slate.com
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Too Little, Too Late For People Seeking Climate Relief
With complicated applications and long wait times, the government’s primary effort to move people out of harm’s way falls woefully behind in the era of climate change.
Source: civilbeat.org
Too little, too late for people seeking climate relief
As Americans discover that they must relocate due to climate change, the mismatch between the FEMA buyout process and the need gets worse.
Source: publicintegrity.org
Freeport applies for walkway development funds
The City of Freeport is requesting $75,000.
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Source: journalstandard.com
Freeport Mayor Jodi Miller mourns Brad Liggett, notes MLK day events
"Fire Chief Brad Liggett didn’t just talk the talk, he walked the walk and inspired others to action," Miller writes.
Source: journalstandard.com
New economic development director sees an opportunity in Freeport
Reporting to City Manager Randy Bukas, Duckman will earn $82,500 per year. He started his new position with the city Jan. 3.
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Source: journalstandard.com
Mayor's View: Here's what home rule means
I encourage every eligible citizen to take their right to vote seriously. Voting in November will be very important to future decisions of the city.
Source: journalstandard.com
Mayor's View: Everything we do revolves around 'why'
Those are just a handful of goals for 2022, and we are happy to report more as we move along.
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Source: journalstandard.com