“State programs such as Resilient Florida, the Division of Emergency Management’s Local Mitigation Strategy, and, most recently, the State Revolving Fund forgivable loan have created a framework for identifying vulnerabilities, prioritizing projects, and, most importantly, providing state and federal funding to help local governments implement solutions,” writes Mayor Woody Brown of Largo, Florida.
In this op-ed, Mayor Brown shares how this framework has empowered cities on the front lines of flooding, like Largo, to identify risks and develop and implement plans that lead to tangible results that protect people, businesses, and critical infrastructure in Florida.
