Submitted by Grays Harbor Emergency Management
During disaster situations, government agencies such as the Small Business Association and FEMA stand by to assist. There are many different programs which can support the affected homeowners, businesses and governments however, there are certain monetary thresholds which must be reached for damage to homes and businesses before they are authorized to provide aid.
It is essential for EVERYONE who received damage from the flooding and/or the landslides to complete a preliminary damage report. When you fill out the report, you are assisting everyone affected by adding your damages to the total.
Remember, the possibility of receiving assistance from government programs CANNOT BE GUARANTEED, however the more businesses and people who report, the closer we arrive to the threshold for assistance.
Renters and homeowners can begin to report damages on the form at this link.
http://www.co.grays-harbor.wa.us/info/DEM/EMailEMD140.asp
**** If you have trouble finding your parcel number or determining the percentage of market value on the damage reporting form, skip the area and send the report anyway. It is a first step toward meeting the thresholds we need to meet for the Small Business Administration and FEMA to assist. ****
HOUSING & LANDLORD/TENANT ISSUES
Individuals needing housing assistance or are experiencing landlord /tenant issues are encouraged to call Coastal Community Action Program (CCAP) at 360-533-5100. CCAP can also provide guidance to those on SNAP who suffered a loss of stored food during the flood.
RELIEF FUND SET UP
Many, many people have been impacted significantly by this event. Repairs and clean-up will be costly to those affected. A relief fund has been set up at Anchor Bank and at Great Northwest Federal Credit Union (any branch) to assist our Grays Harbor County friends, family and neighbors. All funds will go directly towards assisting those in need following this disaster.
** BE ALERT FOR SCAMS **
Please be extremely cautious about contractors and those soliciting monies at your door. DO NOT allow entry to anyone or give money to those soliciting without checking with your city or the county
ABERDEEN DEBRIS REMOVAL: 5 LOCATIONS! It is imperative that the material be placed inside the dumpster. Material outside the dumpster cannot be picked up by the truck and prevents access to the dumpster. The dumpsters are for use by City of Aberdeen residents for property damaged by flooding. Do not use the dumpsters for hazardous waste or large appliances. The dumpsters will be removed on Monday, January 12. The locations are:
· West End Park
· Corner of Market and F Streets
· 1300 Block of Simpson (next to old Swanson’s store)
· South Shore Mall (near the old K-Mart location)
· Parking lot of the Harbor City Church at Scammel and Cherry
If you have questions or are having trouble with the form, please e-mail Grays Harbor County Emergency Management at ghcdem@co.grays-harbor.wa.us or call (360) 249-1575.
