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SBA sets up in Inez to help flood victims
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN INEZ — The Small Business Administration (SBA) is in town to inform flood-impacted individuals, small businesses, and nonprofits about the resources available to them. “We want to make sure that you all are aware of the resources that we have available to anyone who has been impacted and has damage
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Federal assistance for damaged private roads, bridges in Kentucky and West Virginia
CITIZEN STAFF REPORT Residents of Kentucky and West Virginia whose private roads, bridges, or driveways were damaged by the severe storms and flooding in February may qualify for federal assistance to help with repairs or replacement from FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration. According to information on FEMA’s website, to qualify for FEMA assistance the
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Navigating disaster assistance: How to appeal FEMA decisions
BY ROGER SMITH MOUNTAIN CITIZEN In the aftermath of disasters, survivors seeking assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) may find that their initial decision is not what they expected. But a denial or lower-than-expected award is not necessarily the final word. Individuals affected by disasters have the right to appeal any decision or
