Navigating CDBG-DR funding: Lessons from Sarasota County

How can states fiscally prepare for disasters? By developing dedicated disaster fund. Disaster Funds can fund:  🔹Disaster recovery grants, loans  🔹 Continuity of gov services Building Fiscal Preparedness in Emergency Management https://zurl.co/pf9TW #NEMAReadyNation

How can states fiscally prepare for disasters? By developing dedicated disaster fund. Disaster Funds can fund:  🔹Disaster recovery grants, loans  🔹 Continuity of gov services Building Fiscal Preparedness in Emergency Management https://zurl.co/pf9TW #NEMAReadyNation

Long-term recovery doesn’t end when the response teams leave. That’s when disaster case management matters most. It’s the quiet, consistent work that helps survivors rebuild stability, not just structures. • Connects households to real resources when funding gaps appear • Guides families through complex recovery systems • Keeps progress moving long after headlines fade I see the difference every day dedicated case managers helping people regain confidence in their future. This is the heart of recovery and the reason long-term case management deserves continued investment and attention. #DisasterRecovery #CaseManagement #CommunityResilience #AfterTheStorm

🚨 High Priority Call-to-Action for California Small Businesses 🚨 The CA SBDC and the California WBC Network are standing together with one clear message: Governor Gavin Newsom, support small businesses by signing AB 265 into law. When disasters strike, small businesses—especially women- and minority-owned—are the first to close, the hardest hit, and too often the last to recover. AB 265 gives the Office of California Governor Gavin Newsom and California Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) the tools to act quickly during declared emergencies and deliver the support our entrepreneurs need to survive and rebuild . California’s 4.1 million small businesses are the bedrock of our economy. Their voices matter. Their survival matters. Their recovery matters. Thank you Assemblymember Jessica Caloza for your leadership on this critical piece of legislation, as well as: Senator Dave Cortese and Assemblymembers: Jose L. Solache, Mia Bonta, Mike Fong, Robert Garcia, Mike Gipson, John Harabedian, Blanca Pacheco and Pilar Schiavo for your support! ✅ Join us in urging the Governor to stand with small business. ✅ Share your support. ✅ Make your voice heard today. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gEDTiTww #SmallBusiness #WomenInBusiness #MinorityOwned #California #AB265 #SBDC #WBC #ActNow

📢 New Resource Alert from NEMA 📢 This month, the National Emergency Management Association released a timely and essential guide: “State Disaster Funds – Building Fiscal Preparedness in Emergency Management.” In this new guide, NEMA outlines how state disaster funds—dedicated pools of state-managed resources—can help states become more financially resilient. The guide highlights: ✅ The importance of proactive fiscal preparedness ✅ Real-world examples of disaster funds already in place ✅ How states have successfully used these funds for response and recovery Whether you’re in emergency management, public policy, or fiscal planning, this is a critical read to help build stronger, more resilient communities. 🔗 Explore the resource here: https://lnkd.in/e7qDruxR #DisasterRecovery #DisasterPreparedness #FiscalResilience #StatePolicy #SMEGroupDC

📌 Quick Tip: When disaster strikes, FEMA turns to registered businesses for help — from logistics and cleanup to construction and supplies. 🌪️🏗️ By getting registered in SAM.gov, your business becomes eligible to work with FEMA and other federal agencies that help communities recover after natural disasters. That means you’re not just helping rebuild, you’re also creating new revenue streams for your business. 💼 ⚡ Get registered, get noticed, and be ready when opportunities open up. For more government contracting insights and updates: 🎥 Follow us on TikTok: https://lnkd.in/eWEMaxvX 👥 Join our FB Community: https://lnkd.in/eW2TbtkK 📅 Book a Free Strategy Call: https://lnkd.in/evTuEMjb #FEMAContracts #SAMgov #GovernmentContracts #DisasterRecovery #SmallBusinessGrowth #GovConnectors #WinWithStrategex

In the CDBG‑DR program, "supplanting" means using CDBG‑DR funds to replace, or take the place of, funds that would otherwise have been used to carry out an activity. CDBG‑DR funds must supplement existing disaster recovery resources, not supplant them. So, what does that mean in practice? You can’t use CDBG‑DR to fund something the grantee was already obligated to pay for with local, state, or other non‑federal money. Important Points Timing & Intent Matter: If an activity was already planned or budgeted with non‑federal funds before CDBG‑DR became available, switching those prior funds away and using CDBG‑DR instead is supplanting. Replacement Requires Justification & Documentation: If an existing funding source was cut or reprogrammed for reasons unrelated to the disaster (or due to the disaster and with proper documentation), CDBG‑DR may be used — but grantees must document the justification and demonstrate that CDBG‑DR was necessary to meet disaster recovery needs. CDBG‑DR is for Recovery: Sounds straightforward but it is important to remember that funded projects must be tied to disaster recovery needs, long‑term recovery, mitigation, or unmet needs resulting from the disaster. #CDBGDR #HGADisasterRecovery #FederalFunding #GrantCompliance #ResilientCommunities #DisasterRelief #FundingGuidelines #WeAreHGA

FEMA’s Emergency Management Performance Grant Program, with a $319.5 million budget for fiscal year 2025, helps states and territories improve their readiness for and resilience to extreme weather by paying for things like sirens and other emergency warning systems, as well as for reports assessing responses to previous disasters and plans to mitigate disaster effects. How much each state and territory receives is largely based on its share of the total U.S. population. FEMA Withholds $300 Million in Grants Until States Account for Deportations https://lnkd.in/eSiRgcC7

🚨Faster Relief in Action 🚨 When disaster strikes, speed matters. 💡 With FEMA leveraging FedNow, emergency funds can reach families and communities instantly—no waiting on checks or slow ACH transfers. Hear from Payments Elsa (Angela Murphy, Ph.D.) on how real-time payments are transforming disaster relief, delivering help when it’s needed most. At Pidgin, we believe faster payments aren’t just about convenience—they’re about resilience, impact, and trust. ▶️ Watch the video to see how FedNow is powering the future of emergency response. #FedNow #FasterPayments #DisasterRelief #PaymentsElsa #Innovation #Pidgin

In every disaster, we often focus on the scale of federal aid, the reach of state resources, or the speed of emergency response. These are all critical but the true foundation of long term recovery is built locally. Community involvement is irreplaceable. Don’t forget that communities are not just the “end users” of recovery programs; they are the architects of long-term resilience. Local knowledge matters. No one understands the landscape, vulnerabilities, and strengths of a community better than the people who live there. Their insight shapes solutions that are both realistic and effective. Trust drives action. When neighbors, faith leaders, and local organizations step in, their presence carries credibility that outside partners can’t always replicate. Trust ensures that recovery efforts reach those who need them most. Sustainability depends on local leadership. Federal and state teams eventually transition out but the community remains. Recovery that empowers local networks endures well beyond immediate relief. As professionals in this field, we must ask ourselves: Are we designing recovery with communities, or for them? The answer to that question will determine not only how quickly recovery happens, but how well a community thrives after crisis. Resilience isn’t built by infrastructure alone; it’s built by people, relationships, and shared responsibility.