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Deadline nears for D-SNAP qualification
Sunday, Oct. 16, is the final day for Lee County residents to register and complete an interview to participate in the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP). D-SNAP provides food assistance for individuals and families impacted by Hurricane Ian and who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).…
Read MoreFEMA Provides over $210 Million to Hurricane Ian Survivors
WASHINGTON — More than $210 million in federal disaster assistance has been approved for over 128,000 individuals and households impacted by Hurricane Ian. FEMA is opening more Disaster Recovery Centers and going door-to-door to help survivors sign up for assistance in affected communities. How FEMA is Helping Floridians Residents in Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Flagler, Hardee,…
Read MoreLee County Community Development returns to Monroe Street office to continue Emergency Building, Driveway and Right Of Way (ROW) Permitting operation post-Hurricane Ian
Lee County Community Development returns to Monroe Street office to continue Emergency Building, Driveway and Right Of Way (ROW) Permitting operation post-Hurricane Ian Fort Myers, FL, Oct. 13, 2022 – The Lee County Department of Community Development (DCD) will return its permitting operations to its office location at the Public Works Building,1500 Monroe St.,…
Read MoreUber Announces Free Round-Trip Rides to Disaster Recovery Centers in 10 Counties Following Hurricane Ian
Uber Announces Free Round-Trip Rides to Disaster Recovery Centers in 10 Counties Following Hurricane Ian (Tallahassee, Fla.) – Uber today announced it will be offering free round-trip rides, up to $30 each way, to and from 10 state-approved Disaster Recovery Centers (DRC). At these centers, those whose livelihoods have been severely affected by Hurricane…
Read MoreVerizon donates $250,000 in support of small business recovery in wake of hurricane
Verizon today announces a $250,000 donation to support small businesses affected by Hurricane Ian. Verizon is partnering with Collaboratory, a local non-profit community-problem solving organization in Southwest Florida, and Florida TaxWatch, a trusted non-profit organization that serves as the ‘eyes and ears’ of Florida taxpayers and promotes economic development across the state, to create $10,000 grants to…
Read MoreHurricane Ian Relief Options from Michael Vincent @ Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Florida
Good Afternoon. Just wanted to forward some information along in case it could help you, a friend or a friend of a friend. Please read below. I was noticing a LOT of out of state work vehicles with magnets on their doors offering Roof repairs, Tree removal, Handyman services and the like. Desperate times make people…
Read MorePress Release/Interviews – American Lung Association Warns of Dangerous Health Effects from Aftermath of Storm Surge
As Southwest Florida Residents Return Home Following Hurricane Ian’s Destruction, American Lung Association Warns of Dangerous Health Effects from Aftermath of Storm Surge The destruction of homes and communities in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian is tragic, and the cleanup itself creates the potential for serious and long-lasting threats to health, the American Lung Association…
Read MoreOct. 13 Communication from Lee County and the Economic Development Office on Recovery and Procurement Resources
October 13, 2022 As recovery continues, Lee County as well as the state of Florida, have compiled workforce recovery resources for individuals as well as employers. In our bi-weekly email below, you’ll find opportunities for displaced and employment-seeking Floridians. Businesses are encouraged to hire local. Please be sure to reference the Florida Department of Economic…
Read MoreFEMA Jumpstarts Floridians’ Recoveries, Provides $327 Million for Ian Relief
WASHINGTON — In two weeks, FEMA has approved more than $327 million in federal disaster assistance for over 182,500 individuals and households to help jumpstart their recoveries. How FEMA is Helping Floridians FEMA has made individual assistance available to 24 counties in Florida. Residents in Brevard, Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Flagler, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lake, Lee,…
Read MoreFlorida Restaurant and Lodging Association Warns Hospitality Industry After Ian: “Price Gouging Will Not Be Tolerated”
TALLAHASSEE – As Florida and its residents continue to recover from the devastating impacts of Hurricane Ian, the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) today issued a stern message for the hospitality industry: there is absolutely no tolerance for price gouging. “Florida is known for having such a wonderful and accommodating hospitality industry,” said Carol…
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