FORT MYERS, Fla.- Fort Myers Seaside achieves a significant milestone within the city’s restoration since Hurricane Ian, re-earning its Class 5 ranking within the Nationwide Flood Insurance coverage Program’s Group Ranking System, or CRS.
This designation will ship actual monetary aid to residents of Fort Myers Seaside, in addition to nationwide recognition of the city’s flood mitigation efforts. The ranking was formally confirmed by the Federal Emergency Administration Company, (FEMA) and the Division of Homeland Safety.
The CRS program rewards communities for exceeding minimal floodplain administration requirements, and FEMA verified that Fort Myers Seaside not solely met however is exceeding program necessities in lowering flood danger, defending lives, preserving pure floodplain features, and saving taxpayers cash.
Results on residents
This ranking will considerably enhance the Fort Myers Seaside neighborhood, each financially and by way of safety.
- Most properties insured via the Nationwide Flood Insurance coverage Program will obtain 25% low cost on flood insurance coverage premiums, which means extra money will likely be saved by residents.
- The initiatives and insurance policies carried out will assist cut back flood danger, enhance long-term security, and restrict injury throughout storms.
- As effectively, nationwide recognition from FEMA may also help enhance investor confidence and strengthen property values because the city continues rebuilding.
“After the devastation of Hurricane Ian, this milestone proves how far we’ve come.” Will McKannay, Fort Myers Seaside City Supervisor mentioned. “It displays extraordinary work by our workers and companions, and it places actual financial savings again into residents’ pockets whereas strengthening the way forward for Fort Myers Seaside.”
