(Pottawattamie Co) Residents who were impacted by April storms and June flooding in Pottawattamie County now have access to a long-term disaster recovery center starting Monday, September 30, 2024.
Pottawattamie County Emergency Management Director Doug Reed said 489 residents have registered for federal assistance in Pottawattamie County. Some are in the process, others that have been denied are encouraged to appeal, and many others may be eligible for additional state and local assistance programs. He said the activation of the LT-DRC will serve as an ongoing resource for those impacted by this year’s disasters.
Reed spoke about the program at the Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday morning.
The LT-DRC will open Monday, September 30, at the Pottawattamie County Emergency Operations Center at 205 S Main St, Council Bluffs, and will operate Monday through Friday from 9am – 5pm. The center will continue to operate until there is no further identifiable need for the resource.
Any resident impacted by the disasters who need assistance navigating the recovery process, has a question about their FEMA or SBA status, needs assistance with their federal assistance applications, needs to file an appeal on a denied federal application, or needs ongoing assistance with unmet needs is encouraged to visit the LT-DRC during its hours of operations. Alternate operating hours are being considered and planned to maximize opportunities for those who may need assistance from the center.
Residents with ongoing or unmet needs can also get connected to assistance by completing the online Pottawattamie County Needs Assessment Survey.
