Cook County Allocates $2.5 Million for Suburban Municipalities Recovering from 2024 Severe Storms
Funding for Disaster Response and Recovery Efforts
On December 10, 2024, Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle announced $2.5 million in funding available through the Cook County Disaster Response and Recovery Fund. This funding will assist suburban Cook County municipalities impacted by the severe storms and tornadoes that occurred on July 14-15, 2024.
Reimbursement for Eligible Expenses
Impacted municipalities across suburban Cook County are encouraged to apply for reimbursement to help cover eligible expenses incurred as part of their disaster response and recovery efforts. This initiative highlights Cook County’s ongoing commitment to ensuring that local communities can recover from unforeseen disasters.
“The storms and tornadoes last summer were a stark reminder of the increasing unpredictability of extreme weather events facing our communities as a result of climate change,”
said President Preckwinkle. “This funding not only addresses immediate recovery needs but also reinforces our commitment to building a more resilient region capable of tackling future challenges.”
Application Process
Suburban Cook County municipalities may submit applications detailing their eligible recovery expenses for reimbursement consideration. “By providing this funding, Cook County is empowering our municipalities to focus on rebuilding safely, with the assurance that critical recovery costs can be met,” said Ted Berger, executive director of the Cook County Department of Emergency Management and Regional Security. “This funding reflects our commitment to helping communities recover and thrive, no matter the challenges they face.”
Deadline and Additional Information
Applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday, January 17, 2025, for funding consideration. To access the application and get more information about the Cook County Disaster Response and Recovery Fund, including eligibility criteria and the application process, please visit cookcountyemergencymanagement.org/DRRF.
Conclusion
This funding allocation demonstrates Cook County’s commitment to supporting suburban municipalities in their recovery efforts. By providing this financial assistance, Cook County is helping to ensure that local communities can rebuild and recover from the devastating effects of the 2024 severe storms.
FAQs
* What is the deadline for submitting applications? 5 p.m. on Friday, January 17, 2025
* Where can I find more information about the Cook County Disaster Response and Recovery Fund? cookcountyemergencymanagement.org/DRRF
* What types of expenses are eligible for reimbursement? Eligible recovery expenses include those incurred as part of disaster response and recovery efforts, such as debris removal, repairs, and replacement of infrastructure.
