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    Public to meet on new flood mapping (62)  Jan 6, 2009
    By October, local jurisdictions will be required to adopt updated flood-related code provisions in order to maintain current standing with the National Flood Insurance Program s Community Rating System. Under this system, residents of unincorporated Benton County currently receive a 20-percent discount on flood insurance premiums. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)

    Water project takes direct route through county commission  Dec 31, 2008
    The minor revisions will allow the residents to continue to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program, Williams said. Article Rating. (Lake City Reporter, FL)

    HER HOME TURNED INSIDE OUT  Dec 17, 2008
    Carol Tyau-Beam, the state National Flood Insurance Program coordinator, said the state will likely begin to compile that information soon. She said it is too early to know how many claims may have been filed or whether claim money has been dispersed. (Honolulu Advertiser)

    One state's gain, another's loss in flood program  Dec 12, 2008
    The National Flood Insurance Program was created in 1968 to help homeowners and businesses in flood-prone regions get affordable insurance not usually available on the private market. (Copyright 2008 by The Associated Press. (WSJA.com, AL)

    Galveston mails out Ike damage letters  Dec 11, 2008
    As a community participating in the National Flood Insurance Program, the city has adopted locally enforced flood damage reduction regulations that contain standards for new, substantially damaged or substantially improved structures in 100-year floodplains. After Hurricane Ike s Sept. 13th landfall, crews conducted substantial damage assessments for residential structures in the floodplain, using a formula established by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to determine whether a structure... (KHOU.com, TX)

    Pedestrian Bridge to go Below Roanoke Rapids Dam  Dec 6, 2008
    According to Northampton County Zoning Director William Flynn, there are some issues for the county that involve the National Flood Insurance Program. Flynn said the pre-construction studies done by Dominion were done using maps and information that were not current. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)

    Storm strategy working in Port Orange  Dec 1, 2008
    5 million in federal grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and National Flood Insurance Program, the city made deals to buy and demolish 21 flood-prone homes from owners who agreed to sell. "The properties cannot be built on," Parker said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)

    So is it a flood plain or isnt it?  Nov 23, 2008
    If the regulations are not adopted, municipalities lose eligibility in the National Flood Insurance Program, which could prevent funding for flood disaster for municipalities and residents, should such an emergency occur in the future. Even places like the mountainous Cooke Township, which has few, if any, structures located in a flood plain - most are in a state park which falls under its own regulations - is required to adopt the regulations. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)

    FEMA: Residents must protect themselves against floods  Nov 17, 2008
    By virtue of a community's participation in the National Flood Insurance Program, it agrees to enforce its flood plain regulations. If a person does not elevate or floodproof when requested, a community could take legal action against the resident. (Munster Times, IN)

    FEMA Get flood insurance  Nov 17, 2008
    As long as the community participates in the National Flood Insurance Program, residents, business owners and renters are eligible for flood insurance, Main said. "We all live in a flood zone, it's a matter of different levels of risk, so really, everyone should consider carrying flood insurance," Main said. (Munster Times, IN)

    New maps reflect changed flood elevations for county  Nov 14, 2008
    Seventy-three panels make up the new county wide map issued by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) to outline special hazard areas and risk premium zones as applicable to communities. Project coordinators from Houston Engineering, Inc., North Dakota State Water Commission and FEMA presented the new map to the public. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)

    Supervisors set hearing for general debt loan  Nov 13, 2008
    These maps cannot be utilized by the county or communities for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. Patterson explained that the maps can help individual property owners determine the flood plain areas at specific locations. (Kalona News, IA)

    Flood recovery map available  Nov 7, 2008
    The map does not provide the Base Flood Elevations found on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps and thus cannot be utilized for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. The Flood Recovery Maps for Washington County and 15 other counties were recently completed by FEMA because of the flooding in Iowa during June and July. (Kalona News, IA)

    CC flood maps raise questions  Oct 29, 2008
    While the Army Corps of Engineers and the Lower Colorado River Authority have both studied the entire river through the county those studies were not part of FEMA's national flood insurance maps. Refining that information and then combining it with FEMA's database is where the county will incur the cost, said Birdwell. (Columbus Colorado County Citizen, TX)

    Decorah property owner learn about flood insurance coverage  Oct 25, 2008
    Last week, the Federal Emergency Management Agency notified city officials that Decorah had been approved for participation in the emergency national flood insurance program. The program provides less coverage than what is available under regular national flood insurance. (Waterloo Courier, IO)

    FEMA joins fight to save endangered salmon  Oct 21, 2008
    The change is required because FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program has been found to threaten the survival of listed salmon and killer whales by allowing people to build in flood-prone areas ... FEMA's biological opinion spells out many ways the National Flood Insurance Program is detrimental to fish habitat. (Scripps Howard News Wire)

    City still pressing Congress on levee  Oct 20, 2008
    The intent of Lavagnino and Utilities Director Rick Sweet's journey was to thank the city's congressional representatives for their work to allocate money for the rehabilitation of the levee, gain favorable language in the National Flood Insurance Program renewal plan, and press the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to continue working on the levee project. Lavagnino said the levee situation is now the number one priority project for Santa Maria's congressional delegation, and he predicted that the... (Santa Maria Times)

    Flood risk information offered to area residents  Oct 7, 2008
    Insist that your community leaders join and comply with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) so that you and your neighbors are eligible to buy flood insurance ... Anyone, anywhere, can buy flood insurance AS LONG AS YOUR COMMUNITY PARTICIPATES and complies with the minimum requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)

    Most lack flood insurance in Terrebonne and Lafourche  Oct 5, 2008
    Other tips:* The only place you can get flood insurance is from the National Flood Insurance Program, run by FEMA. You can get a policy through most local insurance agents ... gov, call your insurance agent or call the National Flood Insurance Program at 888-379-9531 ... In Terrebonne Parish, 13,877 people have active national flood insurance policies valued at $2. (WWLTV.com, LA)

    C.C. McDonald’s eyes end of year reopening  Oct 4, 2008
    However, plans changed due to the extent of the damage and National Flood Insurance requirements that the city has to comply with. As a result, the decision was made to remove the current structure and build new, raising the elevation on the existing site to meet current building code requirements. (Charles City Press, IO)

    County schedules flood map hearing  Oct 3, 2008
    Regardless, the flood level map and the flood damage prevention ordinance must be adopted if Columbia County wishes to be eligible for the National Flood Insurance Program, according to Williams. n In other business, a re-plat for the Fawnbrook Addition located in District 4, Commissioner Stephen Baileys district was adopted 4-0 with the stipulation that two access points be added from Old Country Club Road. (Lake City Reporter, FL)

    November 2005  Oct 3, 2008
    President Signs "National Flood Insurance Program Further Enhanced Borrowing Authority Act of 2005". Statement on Federal Assistance for North Dakota. (White House News Releases)

    January 2003  Oct 3, 2008
    January 13, 2003 President Signs National Flood Insurance Act. Presidential Letter. (White House News Releases)

    Lessons from disasters like Ike  Sep 20, 2008
    Customers have therefore swarmed to subsidized state insurance programs, and, of course, should these fail, there is always the National Flood Insurance Program. Or not. (Christian Science Monitor)

    Few people in Galveston had flood insurance  Sep 20, 2008
    Only another 10,465 are in force in the rest of the county, according to the National Flood Insurance Program. We were all stunned that so few in a flood-prone county did have flood insurance, said Jerry Johns, a spokesman for trade group Southwestern Insurance Information Service. (KHOU.com, TX)

    Insured losses from Hurricane Ike could hit $12 billion  Sep 19, 2008
    The estimate does not include losses covered under flood policies issued by the National Flood Insurance Program, or loss of oil and gas production due to pipeline supply interruptions. Losses to offshore oil and gas platforms will contribute a relatively small proportion of the total insured losses for Ike, since winds and waves offshore were generally within the design levels for the platforms, the company said. (Austin Business Journal, TX)

    Hurricane Ike Insured Losses Estimated at $7 Billion to $12 Billion  Sep 18, 2008
    This estimate includes both onshore and offshore losses resulting from strong winds and storm surge but does not include losses covered under flood policies issued by the National Flood Insurance Program, or loss of oil and gas production due to pipeline supply interruptions. The revised estimate is based on analysis of damage reports, verified wind speed and tidal gauge observations, and on-site assessment from multiple reconnaissance teams. (PR Newswire)

    Flood map OK goes to FEMA  Sep 18, 2008
    The Board of Supervisors acted on the recommendation of county Planning Director Bob Sellman that FEMA be urged to adopt state Department of Water Resources depictions of Calaveras County flood zones into the National Flood Insurance Program. Supervisors recently adopted an ordinance governing building codes for structures in flood prone areas. (The Union Democrat)

    Nearly 3,000 U.S. flags were placed on the lawn of Alumni Park at Pepperdine University\'s Malibu campus Thursday to commemorate the vicitms of 9/11. Each flag represents a life lost in the terrorist attacks of 2001. Photo by Devon Meyers / TMT  Sep 18, 2008
    Wednesday, September 17, 2008 Edition. If I was advised wrong and given wrong information, the university needs to take responsibility for that. (Malibu Times, CA)

    Discounted flood insurance is available in Clay  Sep 18, 2008
    Discounted flood insurance premiums are available for Clay County residents and businesses through the National Flood Insurance Program ... "Clay County has made significant progress and is striving to achieve each of the mitigation initiatives for which it is responsible," said the county's 2008 Annual Progress Report for the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System. (Florida Times-Union)

    Blame for taxes falls on state's legislators  Sep 16, 2008
    Yet, consider its Web site for the National Flood Insurance Program, which explains flood risks and scenarios that could affect homeowners: snow melts, flash flooding, dams and levee breaks. An animated section with voiceover on tropical storms begins: "Carlos lives in a small community 150 miles inland from Miami.". (Florida Today)

    You may overpay for flood coverage  Sep 14, 2008
    Walls and husband Bruce get their flood insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program, which is federally subsidized and administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency ... National Flood Insurance Program offers a low-cost preferred risk policy to property owners in areas that have a low or moderate risk of flooding ... For more information about the National Flood Insurance Program, go to floodsmart. (Florida Times-Union)

    Mass open house/auction held for 10 flood-damaged properties  Sep 9, 2008
    According to city code and national flood insurance requirements, homes within a flood plain that require more than 50 percent of the home s assessed valuation cannot be granted a building permit and repaired without raising the elevation the home sits on. Homes that sustained damage less than 50 percent of their assessed valuation can be issued a building permit and be repaired. (Charles City Press, IO)

    After a hurricane  Sep 6, 2008
    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) administers the National Flood Insurance Plan (NFIP) through the Federal Insurance Administration (FIA). The NFIP makes flood insurance available in communities that adopt and enforce ordinances to reduce flood damage. (Georgetown Record, MA)

    Riverside Planning and Zoning talks about flood plain management  Sep 5, 2008
    An approved Floodplain Management Ordinance is required in order to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program ... According to Mike Hart, City Engineer, benefits to the City include the authority to restrict or prohibit uses within the flood zones and benefits to property owners include the availability of National Flood Insurance. (Kalona News, IA)

    Lakewood Village moves up date of council meeting  Sep 5, 2008
    Two resolutions under consideration will join the town in the FEMA National Flood Insurance Program and put in place a town accounting policy. The council will also discuss reviewing town ordinances, hiring a part-time code enforcement officer, and obtaining badge ID for council members and key personnel. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)

    Insurance companies expect pace of claims to rise as evacuees return  Sep 3, 2008
    Before Katrina, a little more than 20,000 were enrolled in the National Flood Insurance Program. That number has grown to about 52,000. (The Clarion-Ledger)

    Gustav damage may hit up to $10 billion  Sep 3, 2008
    Butch Kinerney, a spokesman for the National Flood Insurance Program, expects "minor gains" in flood insurance sales after Gustav. Posted. (USA Today -- Money)

    RMS Estimates Insured Losses of $4 BN to $10 BN for Hurricane Gustav  Sep 2, 2008
    These figures relate to the private insurance market and do not include coverage from the National Flood Insurance Program. "Even though Gustav has now made landfall, the situation remains precarious and a number of factors could push the insured loss estimate in either direction," said Dr. Christine Ziehmann. (PR Newswire)

    Filling the gap  Aug 31, 2008
    For flood victims, the delay in payments or buyouts has more to do with the National Flood Insurance Program and governmental red tape, Bradfield said. "I don't think there's an individual on the planet that comprehends the whole (program)," he said. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Careful preparation is essential  Aug 30, 2008
    The National Flood Insurance Program offers vital protection to policyholders nationwide, and it is critically important to Americans and the U.S. economy. The program is currently set to expire on Sept. 30, if Congress does not reauthorize the program, leaving millions of Americans vulnerable, without flood coverage. (Florida Times-Union)

    DeBary officials face very vocal crowd of flooded residents  Aug 28, 2008
    More than 1,000 claims have been filed with the National Flood Insurance Program. Four dozen pumps of various sizes are pumping water in the city of DeBary 24 hours a day, sending millions of gallons of water toward the St. Johns River. (Daytona Beach News Journal)

    Fay's floods hit uninsured hard  Aug 26, 2008
    Robert Hunter, former head of the National Flood Insurance program, said that many of the flood maps are outdated. St. Lucie County was last updated in 1991 before much of today's massive development. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Decorah officials to pursue flood insurance  Aug 24, 2008
    The City Council approved establishing flood plain management requirements consistent with the eligibility requirements for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program after waiving the third reading of the ordinance. Councilman Steve Matter suggested dispensing the final reading to get the city's application for participation on the "fast track.Residents are unable to purchase flood insurance in communities that don't participate in the program.Following June flooding, 10 to 12... (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Flood insurance  Aug 24, 2008
    Palm Beach Post Staff Writer. Sunday, August 24, 2008. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Insurance tips  Aug 23, 2008
    Also, consumers are reminded they must have insurance through the National Flood Insurance Program. Their regular homeowner's policy won't cover flooding. (Daytona Beach News Journal)

    Special Interest Double-Talk Attempts to Scuttle Homeowner and Taxpayer Protections  Aug 23, 2008
    Among the panoply of flawed premises, miscalculations and misunderstandings, are the following immediate facts and observations: -- The analysis provided in the report is centered on the National Flood Insurance Program, and not at all on HR 3355 although the authors cynically imply that the conclusions apply to the national catastrophe backstop that would be established in HR 3355. -- The analysis assumes that a catastrophe plan will charge inadequate rates, HR 3355 specifically requires rates... (PR Newswire)

    Fay's deluge swamps First Coast  Aug 23, 2008
    Only if you have flood insurance that is offered through the National Flood Insurance Program. Other insurance policies don't cover damage caused by rising water. (Florida Times-Union)

    FEMA changes East Hartford flood zone maps  Aug 22, 2008
    However, a public hearing was held on amendments to the National Flood Insurance Program maps for East Hartford this past Wednesday night in Town Council Chambers at Town Hall. According to the town's website, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), completed a new Flood Insurance Study (FIS) and Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) for East Hartford that will go into effect Sept. 26, 2008. (East Hartford Gazette, CT)

    » Many face recovery without insurance  Aug 21, 2008
    Flood insurance, which is backed by the federal government, for can be bought from an insurance agent or an insurance company representative and is available in communities participating in the National Flood Insurance Program ... The premium for a National Flood Insurance Program policy averages a little more than $400 a year, according to FEMA. ... The National Flood Insurance Program defines insurance-covered flooding as "a general and temporary condition during which the surface of normally... (Florida Today)

    Changing landscape  Aug 21, 2008
    According to the National Flood Insurance Program, NFIP, floods are the most common natural disaster, and while the average annual premium is $500, the NFIP paid out $23. 6 billion to flood insurance customers between 1998 and 2007. (Arlington Advocate, MA)

    County home buyout meeting this evening  Aug 21, 2008
    For the application, the County will need a copy of the statement of damages from your insurance adjuster and, if you have flood insurance, your National Flood Insurance Program policy number. Comments. (Charles City Press, IO)

    Fact Sheet: Rebuilding the Gulf Coast  Aug 21, 2008
    Ninety-nine percent of all claims through FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), which help affected policyholders rebuild or relocate, have been closed. Under this program, $13. (White House News Releases)

    City to consider jail site appeal, renaming park  Aug 19, 2008
    The council, which discussed the issue at length during a meeting last week, is being asked to consider adoption of minimum federal standards pertaining to flood damage in order to continue participating in the National Flood Insurance Program. . (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)

    First Coast will feel Storm Fay tonight  Aug 19, 2008
    Flood insurance is available through the National Flood Insurance Program, which offers federally backed policies. There is a 30-day waiting period before the insurance takes effect. (Florida Times-Union)

    Insurance notices on floods altered  Aug 16, 2008
    Nearly 95 percent of all communities in the state have qualified to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program, making homeowners residing in these participating communities eligible to purchase federal flood insurance. Unfortunately, in the past, some homeowners learned that they had no flood coverage only after a devastating flood. (Buffalo Business First, NY)

    B’ville City Council wrestles with flood program requirements  Aug 14, 2008
    To continue participating in the National Flood Insurance Program a program that allows Bartlesville residents to purchase flood insurance the city must adopt an ordinance adopting the FEMA standards ... Guess What wrote on Aug 12, 2008 8:28 PM:" "common sense"? Maybe the city council should have shown some common sense back when Ms. Daniels was mayor and the city was awarded a multi million dollar grant to buy out several of these flood prone homes at full value and the council, lead by Mayor... (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)

    Some Louisa County residents want to head to higher ground  Aug 14, 2008
    Houses that are rebuilt in Zones A or AE based on National Flood Insurance maps will need to meet elevation requirements, he said. That means the lowest floor will have to be one foot above the elevation requirement. (Muscatine Journal, IO)

    More of this story  Aug 13, 2008
    To continue participating in the National Flood Insurance Program a program that allows Bartlesville residents to purchase flood insurance the city must adopt an ordinance adopting the FEMA standards. Because the federal government underwrites flood insurance policies, local residents will not have access to reasonably priced flood insurance if the city elects not to participate in the NFIP.. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)

    > Redevelopment expected to resolve flooding concerns  Aug 12, 2008
    Now both complexes could be torn down by the end of next year, ending a decade-long legacy of displaced tenants, ruined possessions and millions of dollars in national flood insurance claims. The Doral s owner is in talks with an Atlanta-based development company to replace the complex with a mix of 446 apartments and townhomes, plus a cluster of shops and restaurants. (Charlotte Business Journal, NC)

    What's your take on his residency?  Aug 10, 2008
    Windstorm Insurance similar to National flood Insurance. Is he screaming about that. (The Palm Beach Post)

    Old floodplain maps cause for concern  Aug 9, 2008
    Some families whose homes were damaged or destroyed by this year s flood say they couldn t buy flood insurance because they didn t live in communities or counties covered by the National Flood Insurance Program. All Floyd County residents are eligible. (Charles City Press, IO)

    Plan would add data to findings on flood plain  Aug 6, 2008
    Has anyone on the commissioners court been within a foot of the roaring Pecan Bayou during heavy rains as it spills its banks and floods Kwik Kar Lube, the now Bruner Chevrolet has to move their vehicles to dryer ground then the flood water rolls across West Commerce and floods out The Big Lots and Tractor Supply land and on to what was Burger King and Starbucks. Or watched the water slap at the door of the old county jail where national guard trucks were used to take jailers to work and... (Brownwood Bulletin, TX)

    Berlin sets meeting, hearing for Tuesday  Aug 4, 2008
    Incorporating these amendments as mandated by FEMA is necessary for the town to remain eligible to participate in the national Flood Insurance Program. The council wants to repeal the current ordinance and adopt a new ordinance. (New Britain Herald, CT)

    Buss, Taylor talk with officials but say flood aid is uncertain  Aug 2, 2008
    He said the issue is confusing because the e-mail indicated flood insurance would be required for any future disaster aid, as would county involvement in the National Flood Insurance Program, even though the city is already part of the program ... Taylor said he has spoken with a National Flood Insurance Program representative, who connected him with a representative in the small-projects grant program, which, along with the National Flood Insurance Program, is part of the Department of Natural... (Olney Daily Mail, IL)

    Decorah to examine flood study, responses  Jul 29, 2008
    Council members also will discuss participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. Officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Iowa Department of Natural Resources will attend as well. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Mutual Funds &Personal Finance  Jul 26, 2008
    Coverage is available through the National Flood Insurance Program, [NFIP] which is administered by the federal government. NFIP policies are sold by private insurance companies. (Investors Business Daily)

    City in contact with state officials after flooding discussion  Jul 24, 2008
    Taylor said he is also trying to get in contact with the state coordinator of the National Flood Insurance Program to see what the city needs to do to get the Boone and Morgan streets area included in the flood-hazard map. With the recent flooding in Lawrence County, Taylor said, some of these officials are difficult to reach right now. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)

    County board braces for rush of requests to rebuild  Jul 24, 2008
    The county's zoning ordinance includes the minimum standard required under the National Flood Insurance Program as it pertains to homes more than 50 percent damaged. Such houses can't be rebuilt in a floodway, and they must be elevated 1 foot above the 100-year flood stage in a flood plain. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)

    Required permits: Green light to Iowa’s rebuilding plans  Jul 22, 2008
    Additional information recovery and the National Flood Insurance Program can be found at. For more information about recovery, visit. (Charles City Press, IO)

    N.O. residents rebuild higher  Jul 22, 2008
    But it really has no say in how high people build; that's a matter dictated by national flood insurance requirements, local rules and individual finances and comfort levels. After the storm, those who could prove their home was not substantially damaged could repair it at pre-storm elevation. (The Advocate)

    Getting Serious About Flood Insurance  Jul 22, 2008
    In a historic overhaul of the National Flood Insurance Program, Congress may require anyone who lives behind a levee to get flood insurance ... Many people also don't realize that they won't qualify for most federal disaster aid if their community didn't participate in the National Flood Insurance Program before the storm. (Time.com)

    Victims with flood insurance may be eligible for up to $30,000 extraa  Jul 19, 2008
    It is a part of most National Flood Insurance Program policies ... FEMA pays the 600 cost of that policy directly to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) ... National Flood Insurance Program 800-427-4661. (Charles City Press, IO)

    Congressional leaders to survey Katrina recovery  Jul 19, 2008
    The visit comes with a potential showdown looming over reauthorization of the National Flood Insurance Program, which Taylor says must be reformed and include a wind-option to encourage increased rebuilding along the coast. It also comes with New Orleans in what Mayor Ray Nagin has called a tipping point year, with federal rebuilding aid flowing and City Hall tasked with using those dollars to rebuild roads, public buildings and other infrastructure damaged by the floodwater. (The Clarion-Ledger)

    FEMA has good and bad news  Jul 19, 2008
    According to Johnson, most of the Oakville area is identified through the National Flood Insurance Program as being in Zone X. Johnson said that means anyone wishing to rebuild would not need to meet any elevation rules. He said that would also apply to residents in Elrick Junction. (Muscatine Journal, IO)

    County gets reprieve in proposed flood insurance mandate  Jul 18, 2008
    The issue, separate from the National Flood Insurance Program legislation the County is working to change, deals with requirements set forth by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Under a FEMA mandate the county is required to conduct flood plain mapping every two years. (Fort Bend Southwest Sun, TX)

    Board of Supervisors in brief  Jul 18, 2008
    The board received notification that the county is now in compliance with the National Flood Insurance Program. The board passed the county's updated floodplain plan in an earlier meeting. (Louisville Winston County Journal, MS)

    Letters to the Editor  Jul 17, 2008
    The issues are systemic, caused primarily by the poor planning and misguided goals of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The NFIP was designed to reduce the cost of natural flood disasters and promote mitigation efforts in flood-prone areas. (Christian Science Monitor)

    GAO: Flood program lacks funds to face future  Jul 17, 2008
    NEW ORLEANS -- The National Flood Insurance Program owes the federal Treasury more than $17 billion from hurricane-related losses and has been unable to set aside enough money to meet catastrophic losses that could arise in the future, congressional investigators said in a report released Wednesday. The Government Accountability Office wrote in a letter to U.S. Sen. (WWLTV.com, LA)

    Annexation is now official  Jul 17, 2008
    Madison is a community rating system community under the National Flood Insurance Program. The city's rating of eight allows for a reduction in flood insurance costs. (The Clarion-Ledger)

    Flooded-out family left in buyout program limbo  Jul 16, 2008
    The requirements are from the National Flood Insurance Program, in which Charles City participates ... The Huberts said they realized that the city has to abide by National Flood Insurance Program regulations, but at the same time are frustrated because their living situation remains the same. (Charles City Press, IO)

    Re-examine Your Risk For Flood  Jul 16, 2008
    Flood insurance is only mandated for properties in high-risk flood zones, but even if you live in a low- or moderate-risk area, you should bone up on the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). To help get you started, here's a quick primer on floods and flood insurance. (RealtyTimes)

    Citizen urges city to apply  Jul 13, 2008
    Sharon Burton, 912 9th St., presented the council a series of emails she had sent to City Administrator Doug Morgan in regard to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and asked that the emails be part of the minutes of Monday, July 7, Kalona City meeting. She expressed frustration of lack of response from the city. (Kalona News, IA)

    Portion of Cedar River closed in town due to flood debris, those interested in home buyout program sought  Jul 8, 2008
    National Flood Insurance Program: 800-427-4661. TTY for hearing/speech impaired: 800-427-5593. (Charles City Press, IO)

    Board to discuss road assessment vote results  Jul 8, 2008
    consideration of revisions to the county's Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, which was adopted in its original form in 1986 to implement the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) National Flood Insurance Program. A recent hearing on the issue revealed that many of the current floodplain maps are wrong. (The Union Democrat)

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