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11/04/2022


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: November 4, 2022
CONTACT: Anastasia Burton | [email protected] | 406.841.2557
Housing Needed for Flood-Impacted Montana Families
HELENA – With colder weather here, the Montana Department of Commerce has issued a request for temporary housing in flood-impacted counties for families whose homes still need habitability repairs.
Data from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) indicated that as of October 19, more than 300 families self-reported their homes still needed repairs to make them fit to live in following the June flooding disaster in southcentral Montana.
“Many of these families are currently staying in trailers, RVs, or mobile homes without adequate protection from the cold, or have opted to continue living in their damaged homes with conditions that may be increasingly unsafe as inclement weather sets in,” said Cheryl Cohen, Montana Housing Administrator at the Montana Department of Commerce. “We’re asking landlords and short-term rental operators who have a dwelling unit in any of the flood-impacted counties, or closely adjacent communities, who are willing to accept rental applications from flood-impacted families for temporary housing placement to contact us.”
Dwelling units include multifamily rental units, single-family homes, winter-ready mobile homes, and/or short-term vacation rentals. Landlords and short-term rental operators who have units available should email [email protected] with the following information:
Name
Phone number
Email
Rental unit city / county
Rental unit bedroom size
Requested application fee, security deposit, and monthly rent payment amounts
Willingness (Y / N) to lease unit at the applicable Fair Market Rent
Montana Housing will compile all responses and disseminate to local community recovery leads and disaster housing case managers. These local providers may contact landlords/short-term rental operators with information about families they are working with and collaborate on potential next steps. The property owner’s contact information will not be disseminated directly to flood-impacted families.
Families receiving FEMA Individual Assistance may be eligible for housing cost assistance from FEMA at the federal U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Fair Market Rents:
Carbon
Park
Stillwater
Yellowstone
Studio / Efficiency
$745
$745
$687
$745
1-bedroom
$801
$786
$747
$801
2-bedroom
$1,054
$1,035
$983
$1,054
3-bedroom
$1,447
$1,420
$1,380
$1,447
4-bedroom
$1,644
$1,510
$1,380
$1,644
For Montanans who want to help their neighbors, but don’t have a rental unit available, donations may be made by contacting:
Stillwater County:
For all information, donations, and assistance questions, call 406-426-8079
Carbon County:
Information via Carbon Alerts: 406-426-2425
Volunteer: https://carbonalert.org
Donations: Red Lodge Area Community Foundation (rlacf.org) – Disaster Relief Fund
Park County:
For all information, donations, and assistance questions, call 406-222-4131
Sweet Grass County:
For all information, donations, and assistance questions, call 406-930-0149
Treasure County:
For donations and assistance questions, call 406-441-4953
Gallatin and Park Counties:
Greater Gallatin United Way (GGUW) and the Park County Community Foundation (PCCF) have joined forces with the Southwest Montana Community Organizations Active in Disaster (COAD) to launch the Southwest Montana Flood Relief Fund, which serves Park and Madison Counties, and other areas of southwest Montana impacted by flooding.
Financial donations are accepted through the GGUW website, or text Flood22 to 41444. No physical or material donations will be accepted.
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10/07/2022

The State of Montana continues to work with local jurisdictions impacted by the June 2022 flooding event in identifying and removing debris that is a threat to public health and safety or poses a threat to downstream infrastructure in future flood events.

While those efforts continue, the “Large Woody Debris Fact Sheet” discusses the benefits of leaving some types of woody debris in the waterways.

Stillwater County continues to work with MT Disaster and Emergency Services and FEMA to survey debris sites and identify debris that will need to be removed.

Contact information and links to more information are included on the Fact Sheet which is available at https://tinyurl.com/2p8y9ebw.

10/03/2022

Montana Eastern Region Hazard Mitigation Plan Public Input Survey
The State of Montana Disaster and Emergency Services (MT DES) is coordinating the creation of a new Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan that will encompass all counties, municipalities, and tribal nations in the Eastern Region of Montana. The Regional Plans will build off existing local hazard mitigation plans in the Region and be developed in accordance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 and Regional Resilience Toolkit planning guidance.

The Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan analyzes each county, municipality and Tribe's vulnerabilities to natural and human-caused hazards and identifies mitigation actions that can be taken to minimize property damage and improve life safety prior to a hazard event.

The purpose of this survey is to collect information from the public and stakeholders to better understand the vulnerabilities within the Eastern Region as well as solicit input on needs to best mitigate, or reduce, the impacts of hazards before they occur. The feedback will be shared with local planning committees to inform the planning process.

Please complete this survey by November 28, 2022
We highly recommend filling out the online version at:
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/e73a84e5120b43e1b7d1cfac3e325d86

09/12/2022

Stillwater County Needs Assessment Survey for the June 2022 Flooding Event

At this time in the recent flooding disaster, we are moving into the long-term recovery phase. What that means for those of you affected by the flooding event is that we continue to look for the resources to assist you with remaining unmet needs you may have. We are working on getting grants for case managers resource managers and construction consultants to help close the gap on remaining needs as well as grants to help with resources. We need some specific information in order to get this set up.

We are requesting that you click on the link provided and complete the survey. This will allow us to compile the needed information and make sure that we have identified all of the areas you need help with.

Unmet Needs Survey Link:
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/fd7ac7d87a51453ebde33bc863430286

Please keep in mind this is not a guarantee of assistance but a quantitative data gathering to identify the local current or future unmet needs and attempt to locate assistance with it.

The questions are specific to things that have NOT been done or you have NOT gotten assistance with yet, as well as anticipated needs due to the flooding disaster. Thank You.

08/25/2022

08/24/2022

News Release
One Week Left to Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance
Helena, Mont. – Montana residents in Carbon, Park, Stillwater, and Yellowstone counties with uninsured losses resulting from June’s severe storms and flooding have until Aug. 29, 2022 to apply for FEMA disaster assistance by going online at disasterassistance.gov, calling 800-621-3362 or using the FEMA mobile app. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA the number for that service.
Disaster Recovery Centers in the following locations can help with applications and provide face-to-face information and guidance about disaster assistance:

Yellowstone County: United Way of Yellowstone County, 2173 Overland Ave., Billings, MT 59102. Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Saturday (closed on Sunday) (note our updated hours). THIS LOCATION WILL CLOSE MONDAY, AUG. 29 AT 6 p.m.

Carbon County: Church of the Rockies, 7193 US Hwy 212, Red Lodge, MT 59068.

9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday – Friday, Aug. 23- Aug. 26
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 27
(CLOSED on Sunday, Aug. 28)
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday. Aug. 29
THIS LOCATION WILL CLOSE MONDAY, AUG. 29 AT 6 p.m.
The end of the individual assistance application period and the closure of DRCs does not mean the end of assistance to Montanans.

The State of Montana and Montana Disaster & Emergency Services will also continue to provide valuable resources to survivors at floodrecovery.mt.gov. This page is devoted to state resources currently available to survivors and will be where future endeavors are announced.

Those who have applied for assistance through FEMA, should update FEMA with any changes to the situation by visiting disasterassistance.gov, calling 800-621-3362 or by using the FEMA mobile app.

As of Aug. 22:

FEMA has approved over $2.4 million in assistance to individuals and households.

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved more than $8.9 million in disaster loans for homeowners, renters, and businesses.

The National Flood Insurance Program has received 105 claims and paid $4.2 million.

Long-term, low-interest disaster loans for homeowners, renters, businesses, and nonprofits from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) may be available to cover losses not fully compensated by insurance or other sources.
Homeowners and renters should submit an SBA disaster loan application even if they are not sure they will need or want a loan. If SBA cannot approve your application, in most cases you will be referred to FEMA’s Other Needs Assistance program for possible additional assistance.
Aug. 29, 2022 is the deadline to apply to the SBA for physical property damage. The deadline to apply for economic injury is March 30, 2023.
SBA is operating Business Recovery Centers (BRC) where applicants can meet with SBA representatives and get help applying for any of SBA’s low-interest disaster loans. BRCs are open in the following locations:

Park County: Gardiner Community Center, 208 W. Main St. Gardiner, MT 59030. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday.

Park County: Livingston Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center, 303 East Park St. Livingston, MT 59047. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday.

Park County: Super 8 Motel by Wyndham, Conference Center, 303 East Main St., Cooke City, MT 59020. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday. (This location will close August 23 at 6 p.m.)

Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via the SBA’s secure website at disasterloanassistance.sba.gov/ela. For more information or assistance with SBA disaster assistance please contact SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email [email protected]. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.
For an accessible video on how to apply for FEMA assistance, go to youtube.com/watch?v=WZGpWI2RCNw.
If you have additional questions, contact the disaster assistance helpline at 800-621-3362 to speak with a representative or visit a disaster recovery center. To find a location near you, visit FEMA.gov/DRC.
Contact the FEMA Mitigation Helpline at 833-FEMA-4-US (833-336-2487) for information on resilient building practices. Mitigation specialists are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MDT. You can also email the team at [email protected].
For more information about FEMA’s support to Montana’s flooding and severe storms recovery, visit www.fema.gov/disaster/4655. Follow the FEMA Region 8 Twitter account at https://twitter.com/femaregion8.
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08/17/2022

Stillwater County Commissioners along with Disaster and Emergency Services have been working to expedite the process of rebuilding county infrastructure, including roads and bridges. Thank you Stahly Engineering & Associates for all the work you’re doing on the Riddles Cliff Bridge. Thanks Bud Chenault Photography for the great pictures.

08/16/2022

Two Weeks Left to Apply for FEMA Individual Assistance
Helena, Mont. – Montana residents with uninsured losses resulting from June’s severe storms and flooding have until August 29, 2022 to apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
Homeowners and renters in Carbon, Park, Stillwater, and Yellowstone County can apply for FEMA assistance online at disasterassistance.gov, by calling 800-621-3362 or by using the FEMA mobile app. If you use a relay service, such as video relay (VRS), captioned telephone or other service, give FEMA the number for that service.
As of August 15:
· FEMA has approved over $2.3 million in assistance to individuals and households.
· The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved more than $7.7 million in disaster loans for homeowners, renters and businesses.
· The National Flood Insurance Program has received 103 claims and paid $3.2 million.
Disaster Recovery Centers in the following locations can help with applications and provide face-to-face information and guidance about disaster assistance:
· Yellowstone County, United Way of Yellowstone County, 2173 Overland Ave., Billings, MT 59102. Open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Saturday (closed on Sundays).
· Carbon County, Fromberg Methodist Church, 14 Montana Ave., Fromberg, MT 59029.
o Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday.
o It will be open on Thursday, August 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and will permanently close at 5 p.m. Saturday, August 20, 2022.

Long-term, low-interest disaster loans for homeowners, renters, businesses, and nonprofits from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) may be available to cover losses not fully compensated by insurance or other sources.
Homeowners and renters should submit an SBA disaster loan application even if they are not sure they will need or want a loan. If SBA cannot approve your application, in most cases you will be referred to FEMA’s Other Needs Assistance program for possible additional assistance.
August 29, 2022 is the deadline to apply to the SBA for physical property damage. The deadline to apply for economic injury is March 30, 2023.
SBA is operating Business Recovery Centers (BRC) where applicants can meet with SBA representatives and get help applying for any of SBA’s low-interest disaster loans. BRCs are open in the following locations:
• Park County, Gardiner Community Center, 208 W. Main St. Gardiner, MT 59030. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday.
• Park County, Livingston Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Center, 303 East Park St. Livingston, MT 59047. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday.
• Park County, Super 8 Motel by Wyndham, Conference Center, 303 East Main St., Cooke City, MT 59020. Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday – Friday.
Applicants may apply online using the Electronic Loan Application (ELA) via the SBA’s secure website at disasterloanassistance.sba.gov/ela. For more information or assistance with SBA disaster assistance please contact SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email [email protected]. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.
For an accessible video on how to apply for FEMA assistance, go to youtube.com/watch?v=WZGpWI2RCNw.

If you have additional questions, contact the disaster assistance helpline at 800-621-3362 to speak with a representative or visit a disaster recovery center. To find a location near you, visit FEMA.gov/DRC.
Contact the FEMA Mitigation Helpline at 833-FEMA-4-US (833-336-2487) for information on resilient building practices. Mitigation specialists are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MDT. You can also email the team at [email protected].
For more information about FEMA’s support to Montana’s flooding and severe storms recovery, visit www.fema.gov/disaster/4655. Follow the FEMA Region 8 Twitter account at https://twitter.com/femaregion8.
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FEMA's mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters.

The SBA offers disaster assistance in the form of low interest loans to businesses, nonprofit organizations, homeowners, and renters located in regions affected by declared disasters. SBA also provides eligible small businesses and nonprofit organizations with working capital to help overcome the ec...

08/12/2022

08/10/2022

Keep in Touch with FEMA
Survivors who applied for assistance from FEMA need to stay in touch with the agency to update application details with any new information.
It is critical to keep FEMA advised. Missing or outdated material could delay FEMA’s ability to render a decision. Information that needs to be updated may include:
 Your current housing situation, phone number or mailing address.
 Adding or removing the name of a person designated to speak for you.
 Adding or changing names of household members and number of people living in the home.
 Changes in your application for FEMA help.
 Correcting or verifying home and property damage.
 Updating your payment preference.
The easiest way to provide missing or new information is to create an account at DisasterAssistance.gov. For help creating or accessing an account, call the Internet Help Desk, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at 800-745-0243.
When contacting FEMA, be sure to refer to the application number you were issued when you applied. This number is included in all correspondence you get from FEMA.
It is important to read and follow up with any communication from FEMA. You may have to log into your account on DisasterAssistance.gov or call the helpline at 800-621-3362 to keep the application process moving. You should also keep your contact information updated with a current address and phone number to ensure FEMA can reach you with new information or questions.
If you have not yet applied for FEMA help, please do so before August 29, 2022 by visiting DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 800-621-3362, or by using the FEMA mobile app. If you use a relay service, such as video relay service (VRS), captioned telephone service or others, give FEMA the number for that service. Operators are on duty seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. CST.
Applicants should mention any access or functional needs they may have when applying. FEMA can provide interpreters, real-time captioning, and information in alternate formats such as Braille, large-print, audio, and electronic versions. The agency also provides free services to help survivors communicate with its staff and understand FEMA programs, including:
 Information available in accessible electronic formats on FEMA’s website and social media.
 Qualified American Sign Language interpreters.
 Qualified multilingual interpreters.
 Information written in multiple languages.
If you have additional questions, contact the disaster assistance helpline at 800-621-3362 to speak with a representative or visit a disaster recovery center. To find a location near you, visit FEMA.gov/DRC. FEMA assistance is always a phone call or click away.

Contact the FEMA Mitigation Helpline at 833-FEMA-4-US (833-336-2487) for information on resilient building practices. Mitigation specialists are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. MDT. You can also email the team at [email protected].
For more information about FEMA’s support to Montana’s flooding and severe storms recovery, visit www.fema.gov/disaster/4655. Follow the FEMA Region 8 Twitter account at https://twitter.com/femaregion8.
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FEMA's mission is helping people before, during, and after disasters.

07/19/2022

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