Sep 22, 2025 · City, County and regional agencies give updates on planned and existing flood infrastructure and mitigation projects and programs.

The current grant-to-loan ratio in the Intended Use Plan does not sufficiently address the needs of small and rural communities that lack the financial capacity to take on substantial loans.

Beyond the financial considerations, buyouts alone do not address the core challenge of floodwater storage. Even if structures were removed, there would still be a need for substantial …

Given the competing needs for limited financial resources at both the federal and local levels, the likelihood of securing funding for a project that costs ten-fold more than it provides in benefits …

FIF Funding Opportunities Type of financial assistance: Loan only Grant only Grant and loan Loan interest rate 0% this cycle Terms up to 30 years

Grants are a critical funding tool for flood infrastructure projects, particularly for small and rural communities that lack the financial capacity to take on substantial loans.

Given the competing needs for limited financial resources at both the federal and local levels, the likelihood of securing funding for a project that costs ten-fold more than it provides in benefits …