HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017 10 27 - FEMA Plan acceptanceU.S. Department of Homeland Security
Region IV
3003 Chamblee -Tucker Road
Atlanta, GA 30341
October 27, 2017
Mr. Wes Maul, Interim, Director
Florida Division of Emergency Management
2555 Shumard Oak Boulevard
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2100
Attention: Carter Mack
Reference: Public Assistance Pilot Program
Debris Management Plan Review
City of Sebastian
Dear Mr. Maul:
This letter responds to the Florida Division or Emergency Management request dated
October 4, 2017 for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) to accept the City of Sebastian Debris Management Plan (Plan)
for participation in the Public Assistance (PA) Alternative Procedures Pilot Program for Debris
Removal. This pilot program allows a one-time two (2) percent Federal cost share increase for
debris removal operations performed within 90 days from the start of the incident period of a
major disaster or emergency declaration.
FEMA Region IV has determined that the Plan:
® Contains the basic planning elements of a Debris Management Plan along with at
least one prequalified debris and wreckage removal contractor (see enclosed Debris
Management Plan Checklist). Therefore, FEMA has determined the Plan is
acceptable. Accordingly, City of Sebastian, may receive a one-time two (2) percent
Federal cost share increase as part of the PA Alternative Procedures Pilot Program
for Debris Removal. Your office should notify FEMA when City of Sebastian wishes
to apply the incentive to its debris removal work.
❑ Does not contain the basic planning elements as noted in the enclosed Debris
Management Plan Checklist. City of Sebastian may revise its Plan and resubmit it to
FEMA, through your office, for reconsideration.
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FEMA
October 27, 2017
Mr. Wes Maul, Interim, Director
Florida Division of Emergency Management
2555 Shumard Oak Boulevard
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-2100
Attention: Carter Mack
Reference: Public Assistance Pilot Program
Debris Management Plan Review
City of Sebastian
Dear Mr. Maul:
This letter responds to the Florida Division or Emergency Management request dated
October 4, 2017 for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) to accept the City of Sebastian Debris Management Plan (Plan)
for participation in the Public Assistance (PA) Alternative Procedures Pilot Program for Debris
Removal. This pilot program allows a one-time two (2) percent Federal cost share increase for
debris removal operations performed within 90 days from the start of the incident period of a
major disaster or emergency declaration.
FEMA Region IV has determined that the Plan:
® Contains the basic planning elements of a Debris Management Plan along with at
least one prequalified debris and wreckage removal contractor (see enclosed Debris
Management Plan Checklist). Therefore, FEMA has determined the Plan is
acceptable. Accordingly, City of Sebastian, may receive a one-time two (2) percent
Federal cost share increase as part of the PA Alternative Procedures Pilot Program
for Debris Removal. Your office should notify FEMA when City of Sebastian wishes
to apply the incentive to its debris removal work.
❑ Does not contain the basic planning elements as noted in the enclosed Debris
Management Plan Checklist. City of Sebastian may revise its Plan and resubmit it to
FEMA, through your office, for reconsideration.
www.fcma.trov
Once the Plan is accepted, it does not mean that FEMA is approving any operational component
of the plan nor does it mean that the Federal government will fund work conducted under any
aspect of the Plan. Eligibility of costs for debris removal and management in a declared major
disaster or emergency will be determined based on established PA Program authorities,
regulations, policies and guidance. Subgrantees must comply with Federal procurement
requirements (i.e., competitive bidding), as outlined in 44 CFR §13.36 in the procurement of
debris removal services.
If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Ms. Saidat Thomas, Public
Assistance Branch Chief, Recovery Division, at (770) 220-5300.
Sincerely,
Auaz s, CEM
Rec very Division Director