This article was originally published in The Examiner on October 5, 2017. By Eleanor SkeltonStaff Writer Many Southeast Texans who registered with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for assistance with disaster losses are also being referred to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to determine if they qualify for federal disaster loan assistance whichContinueContinue reading “SBA disaster loans available for businesses recovering from Harvey damage”
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Bevil Oaks council votes to revoke more stringent rebuilding requirements in Harvey flood aftermath
A blue mark on a Bevil Oaks flood gauge shows how Harvey’s wrath compared to previous flooding events. | Photo: Eleanor Skelton This article was originally published in The Examiner on October 5, 2017. By Eleanor SkeltonStaff Writer Bevil Oaks residents displayed by Tropical Storm Harvey’s unprecedented flooding gathered once again at the Southeast TexasContinueContinue reading “Bevil Oaks council votes to revoke more stringent rebuilding requirements in Harvey flood aftermath”
Port Arthur officials find temporary housing after considering barges to hold Harvey flood refugees
Mayor Derrick Freeman speaks at Port Arthur City Hall. | Photo: Eleanor Skelton This article was originally published in The Examiner on September 28, 2017. By Eleanor SkeltonStaff Writer The City of Port Arthur has begun the process of bringing home Port Arthur residents who were evacuated to other regions in Texas in the aftermathContinueContinue reading “Port Arthur officials find temporary housing after considering barges to hold Harvey flood refugees”
Tension still high as Bevil Oaks City Council works towards solutions with residents, agencies
Bevil Oaks City Council members listen as concerned citizens speak out to address recovery issues in that community, including FEMA regulations for rebuilding. This city council meeting was held at the Southeast Texas Regional Planning Commission since even city buildings in Bevil Oaks flooded during Tropical Storm Harvey. | Photos: Eleanor Skelton This article wasContinueContinue reading “Tension still high as Bevil Oaks City Council works towards solutions with residents, agencies”
Port Arthur residents coming home after Harvey evacuations
This article was originally published in The Examiner on September 21, 2017. By Eleanor SkeltonStaff Writer The City of Port Arthur has begun the process of bringing home Port Arthur residents who were evacuated to other parts of Texas in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. Transportation was coordinated by the City of Port Arthur’s OfficeContinueContinue reading “Port Arthur residents coming home after Harvey evacuations”
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