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Grand Island, Neb. — The City of Grand Island is actively pursuing emergency assistance through the Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in response to recent flood damage that impacted dozens of local homes and businesses.

City officials are working to compile and submit a comprehensive damage assessment to determine eligibility for federal and state disaster relief. Under SBA guidelines, a minimum of 25 homes or businesses must show at least 40% uninsured damage in order to qualify for the assistance. For homeowners and business owners who feel they meet this criteria, you are asked to call Grand Island Chief Building Official Ed Klimek directly at (308) 385-5444, Ext. 1209.

However, the City is collecting information from all affected properties—regardless of whether they meet that threshold—so a complete picture of the community impact can be evaluated. All submissions can be made at www.grand-island.com/flooddamage.

“We know that the recent flooding has taken a significant toll on many of our residents,” said Grand Island/Hall County Emergency Management Director Jon Rosenlund. “Our goal is to make sure we’re doing everything we can to access resources that will support recovery efforts for those hit hardest.”

Provided information will be used to assess the community’s eligibility for SBA low-interest disaster loans and other support that could help residents and small business owners recover.

“We appreciate the community’s cooperation as we work quickly to document the extent of the damage,” Rosenlund said. “Securing emergency aid could make a real difference for the people and businesses of Grand Island.”