MINNESOTA STATE/FEDERAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE …



AgricultureAggie Bond Beginning Farmer Loan ProgramMinnesota Department of Agriculture/Rural FinanceAuthorityBeginning FarmersProvides assistance for:Land acquisitionLivestockFarm MachineryFarm improvementsmda.state.mn.us/grants/loans/aggiebond.aspxNo Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureAgricultural Chemical Response and Reimbursement AccountMinnesota Department of Agriculture(MDA)FarmersProvide financial assistance to clean-up agricultural chemical contamination Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureAgriculture Improvement Loan ProgramMinnesota Department of Agriculture/Rural FinanceAuthorityFarmersCapital improvement loans for land and buildingsmda.state.mn.us/grants/loans/improvement.aspxNo Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureBasic Farm Loan ProgramMinnesota Department of Agriculture/Rural FinanceAuthorityFarmersLoans for new farmers and farmers who wish to expandmda.state.mn.us/grants/loans/basic.aspxNo Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureClean Water Legacy ActPublic Facilities Authority (PFA)Provides grants and loans for wastewater and storm water treatment projects andFeedlots and sub-surface sewage treatment systems (septic)pfaNo Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureDisaster Recovery Loan ProgramMinnesota Department of Agriculture/Rural FinanceAuthorityFarmersClean-up and debris removalLost seed or other crop inputsFeed livestockDamaged structuresSeptic systems and water wellsmda.state.mn.usState or Federal Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureAdministrator’s Physical Loss ProgramFarm Service Agency (FSA)Ag Structure LossesProvides low interest emergency loans for ag structures damaged by a severe weather event, such as a tornado.The damages must be documented by the County Emergency Board (CEB).No Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureEmergency Conservation Program (ECP)Farm Service Agency (FSA)Farmers and RanchersCost-share assistance to rehab farmlandCarry out emergency conservation measures in periods of severe droughtUp to 75% cost shareContact local FSA officeAgricultureEmergency Loan ProgramFarm Service Agency (FSA)Farmers and RanchersProvides emergency loans to assist producers recover from production and physical losses due to disasterMust apply within 8 months of declarationContact local FSA officeMajor Disaster Declaration or Secretary of Ag DeclarationAgricultureSecretarial Disaster DeclarationFarm Service Agency (FSA)Farmers and RanchersAccess to low interest loansTriggers some disaster program eligibilityDeclared when a 30% crop loss occurs in a countyContact local FSA office to report crop lossesSecretary of Ag DeclarationAgricultureEnvironmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)Farmers and RanchersProvides technical and financial support to treat identified soil, air, water, and related natural resource concerns.Typically 50-75% cost-share but may be up to 90% in rare casesNo Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureMinnesota Farm AdvocatesMinnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)FarmersProvides one-on-one assistance to address crisis caused by natural disaster or financial problemsmda.state.mn.us218-268-4472No Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureMinnesota Farmer Assistance Network (MFAN)Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)FarmersProvides financial guidance, technical assistance, legal and behavioral health referrals, and other forms of assistance free of chargemda.state.mn.us/mfan1-877-898-6326No Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureRestructure II Loan ProgramMinnesota Department of Agriculture/Rural FinanceAuthorityFarmersProvide financial assistance with cash flow trouble due to adverse eventsmda.state.mn.us/grants/loans/restructure2.aspx No Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureAgriculture Best Management Practices Loans (AgBMP)Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)FarmersRural LandownersFarm Supply BusinessesProvides loans used to restore or protect water quality.Provides tree/shrub planting loans.mda.state.mn.us/en/grants/loans/agbmploan.aspxContact the local SWCD.No Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureLivestock Development TeamMinnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)Livestock ProducersProvides guidance and technical assistance with livestock related issuesmda.state.mn.usNo Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureLivestock Equipment Pilot Loan ProgramMinnesota Department of Agriculture/Rural FinanceAuthorityLivestock ProducersProvides loans for equipment related to:Animal housingConfinementFeedingMilk productionWaste managementFencingmda.state.mn.us/grants/loans/liveequip.aspx No Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureLivestock Expansion Loan ProgramMinnesota Department of Agriculture/Rural FinanceAuthorityLivestock and Dairy ProducersProvides loans for improvements to:LandBuildingsOther permanent structuresmda.state.mn.us/grants/loans/expansion.aspxNo Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureAgriculture and Economic Development Board LoanAg BoardBusiness OwnersDisaster specific loansNo Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureSeller Assisted Loan Participation ProgramMinnesota Department of Agriculture/Rural FinanceAuthorityFarmersProvides financial assistance to farmers who wish to sell their farmmda.state.mn.us/grants/loans/seller.aspxNo Disaster Declaration RequiredAgricultureBusiness & Industry Loan Guarantees (B&I)US Department of Agriculture-Rural DevelopmentIndividuals, cooperatives, partnerships, certain non-profits, Tribal Communities, public bodiesProvides loans for:Building & equipmentWorking capitalAquacultureNurseriesTourist & recreation facilitiesHotels and motelsCommunity facilities Disaster Declaration RequiredBusinessEconomic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL)Small Business Administration (SBA)Small Businesses and Small Business Agricultural CooperativesLoans for working capitalFarmers, ranchers, nurseries, religious and non-profits are not eligibleContiguous counties may receive EIDL assistanceMajor Disaster Declaration (IA) or SBA DeclarationBusinessBusiness Physical Disaster LoansSmall Business Administration (SBA)Business and certain non-profitsRepair or replace disaster-damaged businesses, real estate, inventories, supplies, etc.Businesses of any size are eligibleCharities, churches, private universities, etc., are also eligibleMajor Disaster Declaration (IA) or SBA DeclarationBusinessBusiness & Industry Loan Guarantees (B&I)US Department of Agriculture-Rural DevelopmentIndividuals, cooperatives, partnerships, certain non-profits, Tribal Communities, public bodiesProvides loans for:Building & equipmentWorking capitalAquacultureNurseriesTourist & recreation facilitiesHotels and motelsCommunity facilities Disaster Declaration RequiredBusinessAgriculture and Economic Development Board LoanAg BoardBusiness OwnersDisaster specific loansNo Disaster Declaration RequiredBusinessMinnesota Investment Fund (MIF)Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic DevelopmentLocal Units of GovernmentProvides grants to local units of government who provide loans to assist businessesRequires special legislation.finance or 651-259-7430No Disaster Declaration RequiredBusinessSmall Business Development Centers (SBDC)Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Small Business OwnersProvides counseling to small businessessbdc No Disaster Declaration RequiredBusinessTax Relief for Damaged and Destroyed PropertiesMinnesota Dept of RevenueBusiness OwnersProvides a reduction in property taxes for business damages received following a disasterProvides reimbursements to local governments for lost property tax revenueCoordinated through the local tax assessor.Presidential, or Agriculture , orSBA Declaration, orLocal Emergency DeclarationCommunity RecoveryTechnical Assistance (Insurance)Minnesota Department of CommerceLocal Units of Government/Homeowners/BusinessesSurvey local insurance providers to ensure proper staffing of insurance adjusters are availableEnsure prompt and fair settlement of all claimsAssist policy holders when they have problems resolving their merceNo Disaster Declaration RequiredCommunity RecoveryBuilding InspectionsDepartment of Labor and IndustryLocal Units of GovernmentAssist local officials in the evaluation (damage assessment) of homes, businesses, and other structuresMN Dept. of Labor and IndustryDoug Nord651-284-5838/612-834-3853doug.nord@state.mn.usSteve Hernick 651-284-5848Scott McLellan 651-284-5869 No Disaster Declaration RequiredCommunity RecoveryBuilding InspectionsAssociation of Minnesota Building Officials (AMBO)Local Units of GovernmentAssist local officials in the evaluation of homes, businesses, and other structures to determine occupancy worthinessDon Munson651-792-7081don.munson@ci.roseville.mn.usDale Schoeppner651-675-5699dschoeppner@No Disaster Declaration RequiredCommunity RecoveryStructural AssessmentsMinnesota Structural Engineering Emergency Response Program (MnSEER)Local Units of GovernmentIdentify, train and mobilize volunteersEstablish relationships with local and state governmental agencies/officials having jurisdiction in emergency situationsCoordinate actual post-event assessmentsTom Lorentz612-330-0250telorentz@No Disaster Declaration RequiredCommunity RecoverySmall Cities Development Program (SCDP)Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)Local Units of GovernmentAssist with necessary financial resourcesPlanning and administrative support to implement recovery activitiesdeedNo Disaster Declaration RequiredCommunity RecoveryMN Sentence to Service (STS)/Institution Community Work Crew (ICWC)Minnesota Department of Corrections (DOC)Local Units of GovernmentProvides assistance for:Debris cleanupFlood protection workFacility Offenders can also fill and palletize sandbags at their munity RecoveryCommunity Disaster Loan ProgramFederal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Local Units of GovernmentA loan to local governments who have experienced a substantial loss in tax or other revenue due to a presidentially declared disaster which affects significantly and adversely the level and/or categories of essential municipal services provided prior to the disaster.Disaster Declaration RequiredEducationDisaster Enrollment Impact AidMinnesota Department of Education (MDE)School DistrictsProvides grant assistance to school districts who have lost pupils has a result of disasterKaren.dykoski@state.mn.us651-582-8766No Disaster Declaration RequiredEducationDisaster Relief Facilities GrantMinnesota Department of Education (MDE)School DistrictsProvides grant assistance for costs related to facilities cleanup, repair, and replacement that are related to disaster and are not covered by insurance or federal agency payments.Karen.dykoski@state.mn.us651-582-8766No Disaster Declaration RequiredEducationDisaster Relief Operating GrantMinnesota Department of Education (MDE)School DistrictsProvides grant assistance for disaster related operating costs not covered by insurance or FEMA.Karen.dykoski@state.mn.us651-582-8766No Disaster Declaration RequiredEducationPupil Transportation AidMinnesota Department of Education (MDE)School DistrictsProvides grant assistance for increased costs associated with transporting students as a result of disaster.Karen.dykoski@state.mn.us651-582-8766No Disaster Declaration RequiredEmploymentUnemployment InsuranceMinnesota Department of Employment and Economic DevelopmentUnemployedCertain eligibility required or877-898-9090No Disaster Declaration RequiredEmploymentNational Emergency Grant (NEG)Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic DevelopmentUnemployed as a result of disasterCreates temporary jobs to assist with:Clean-upRestoration activitiesHumanitarian assistance6 month limitContact local Workforce Center.FinancialMortgage and Renter GuidanceMinnesota Homeownership CenterHomeowners and RentersProvides guidance for homeowners and renters who are involved in mortgage and/or foreclosure situations from disasters No Disaster Declaration RequiredFinancialTax Relief for Victims of Terrorist AttacksIRSTax reliefVictim compensationONA type reimbursements be designated for reliefHazard MitigationHazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)(404)Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Local Units of Government/PNPImplement long-term hazard mitigation measures following a Major Disaster DeclarationAcquisition of residential property in the floodplainElevation of homes and businessesRetrofitting structuresFloodwall systems to protect critical infrastructureConstruction of community safe roomsJen NelsonState Hazard Mitigation Officer651-201-7427Jennifer.e.nelson@state.mn.usMajor Disaster DeclarationHazard MitigationFlood Damage Reduction Grant Program (FDR)Minnesota Department of Natural ResourcesLocal Units of GovernmentProvides technical and financial assistance for reducing the risk of flood damage. Declaration RequiredHazard MitigationNational Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Homes and businesses which are in NFIP communitiesProvides insurance against flood lossesProtection against devastating financial lossesImproved construction practicesCoverage is provided by the NFIP federal insurance programCoverage is obtained through the insurance industry Program is coordinated by the DNR Waters and Ecological Resources DivisionCeil Strauss651-259-5713ceil.strauss@state.mn.usNo Disaster Declaration Required/Community must participate in the programHazard MitigationCommunity Assistance Program (CAP)Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)NFIP CommunitiesProvide funding for technical assistanceEvaluate community performance in implementing NFIP flood plain mgt activitiesDNR Waters and Ecological Resources DivisionCeil Strauss651-259-5713ceil.strauss@state.mn.usHousingHousing Assistance (IHP)Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Homeowners/RentersGrant assistance to address temporary housing, repair, replacement, and permanent housing for homeowners.Renters are eligible for rental assistance only.Primary HomeIn declared countyUS Citizen or other qualifying status100% federal fundsMajor Disaster Declaration (IA)HousingOther Needs Assistance (ONA)Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)Homeowners/RentersPersonal propertyDisaster related transportation costsDisaster related medical and dental costsDisaster related funeral and burial costsOther eligible disaster related costsSame requirements as Housing Assistance Program.75%/25% cost shareMajor Disaster Declaration (IA)HousingHome Disaster Loan ProgramSmall Business Administration (SBA)Homeowners/RentersProvides low interest loans to repair or replace disaster damagesRenters are only eligible for personal property lossesCustomer Service Center800-659-2955disastercustomerservice@Major Disaster Declaration (IA) or SBA DeclarationHousingRehabilitation Loan ProgramMinnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA)Low-Moderate Income Home OwnersProvides financing for home improvements which directly affect the safety, habitability, energy efficiency, and accessibilityNo Disaster Declaration RequiredHousingFix-up Fund LoansMinnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA)HomeownersLow interest loans to improve the livability, accessibility, or energy efficiencyNo Disaster Declaration RequiredHousingCommunity Fix-up FundMinnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA)HomeownersMust meet the needs and objectives as identified by the local unit of governmentMust meet the needs and objectives as identified by the local unit of governmentNo Disaster Declaration RequiredHousingRental Property AssistanceMinnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA)RentersMust contact MHFA for detailsMinnesota Housing Finance Agency800-710-8871No Disaster Declaration RequiredHousingQuick Start ProgramMinnesota Housing Finance Agency (MHFA)Homeowners and RentersThe eligibility requirements for this program are determined after each disaster.Program may be eligible to “SBA Declines” onlyResidential homeowners and rental property damages as a result of the disasterInterest free loans which may be forgivable after 10 yearsCalvin Greening651-296-8843Cal.greening@state.mn.us Homes DivisionMajor Disaster Declaration and/or Legislative AppropriationHousingCommunity Development Block GrantsHousing and Urban Development (HUD)State, Local Units of Governments, Tribal CommunitiesProvides grant assistance to address needs which have not been met by other federal disaster assistance programs.Major Disaster DeclarationHousingRural Development Housing and Community Facilities ProgramUS Department of AgricultureLow-Very Low Income FamiliesProvides low interest home improvement loans and grants.Loans are for:basic repairsInstalling essential featuresRemove health and safety hazardsGrants are for:Persons 62 yrs or olderRemove health and safety hazardsRemodel to accessibility standards for occupantFunding is based on annual appropriationHousingSmall Cities Development Program/Housing GrantsMinnesota Department of Employment and Economic DevelopmentLocal Units of Government w/Cities and Twps under 50,000 population and counties under 200,000Provides loans for rehabilitation, new construction, land acquisition, site improvements and infrastructure, and housing construction Must benefit low and moderate income personsNo Disaster Declaration RequiredHousingTax Relief for Damaged and Destroyed PropertiesMinnesota Dept of RevenueHomeownersProvides a reduction in property taxes for homeowner damages received following a disasterProvides reimbursements to local governments for lost property tax revenueMinnesota Department of RevenuePresidential Declaration, orSecretary of Agriculture Declaration, orSBA Declaration, orLocal Emergency DeclarationHousingWeatherization Assistance Program (WAP)US Department of EnergyLow Income HouseholdsProjects which include air sealing, insulation, or replacement/repair of home heating or water heating equipmentManaged by CommerceNo Declaration RequiredNatural ResourcesEnvironmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)Farmers and RanchersProvides technical and financial support to treat identified soil, air, water, and related natural resource concerns.Typically 50-75% cost-share but may be up to 90% in rare casesrurdev.MNHome.htmlNatural ResourcesEmergency Watershed Protection (EWP) ProgramNatural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)Applicants must apply through their local unit of governmentProvide financial assistance for debris removal from stream channels, road culverts and bridgesReshaping and protecting eroded banksCorrecting damaged drainage facilitiesRepairing levees and structuresReseeding damaged areasPurchasing flood plain easementsApplication must be submitted within 10 days of disaster in exigent circumstances and 60 days in non-exigent circumstancesrurdev.MNHome.htmlNo Declaration RequiredNatural ResourcesRe-Invest In Minnesota (RIM)ReserveBoard of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR)Private Landowners through SWCDs and BWSRAcquires conservation easements and implements conservation practices to enhance fish and wildlife habitat, reduce erosion and protect water qualityPayment rates for easements and conservation practices established by BWSRContact the local SWCD.No Declaration RequiredNatural ResourcesNative Buffer Cost- Share ProgramBoard of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR)Landowners through SWCDsProvides cost-share for riparian native vegetation buffers to protect and improve water quality, biodiversity and wildlife habitatUp to 75% cost-shareContact the local SWCD.No Declaration RequiredNatural ResourcesState Cost-Share ProgramBoard of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR)Landowners through Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs)Provides cost-share for installing and/or repairing conservation practices that protect and improve soil and water quality by controlling soil erosion and reducing sedimentation.Contact the local Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD)-Up to 75% cost-shareNo Declaration RequiredNatural ResourcesDisaster Recovery ProgramBoard of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR)Private Landowners through Local Units of Government Provides cost-share to repair, install or rehabilitate erosion and sediment control, water quality and watershed protection projects in the disaster area.Contact the local unit of government, SWCD, or Watershed District (WD).Requires special state funding appropriation.Declaration RequiredNatural ResourcesNonpoint Engineering Assistance ProgramBoard of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR)Private Landowners through Local Soil and Water Conservation DistrictsCan provide shared engineering assistance through SWCDs for erosion and sediment control, water quality and watershed protection projects in the disaster areaContact the local SWCDNo Declaration RequiredPublic InfrastructureWastewater Infrastructure FundPublic Facilities Authority (PFA)Local Units of GovernmentAssist communities identify funding to restore infrastructurepfaNo Declaration RequiredPublic InfrastructureDrinking Water Revolving FundPublic Facilities Authority (PFA)Local Units of GovernmentAssist communities identify funding to restore infrastructurepfaNo Declaration RequiredPublic InfrastructureNo Specific ProgramUS Army Corps of EngineersFederal, State, and Local Units of Government Emergency debris clearanceTemporary construction of emergency access routesEmergency restoration of critical public services and facilitiesEmergency demolition or stabilization of damaged structures and facilitiesTechnical assistance. Damage assessment, and structural inspections May act under the authority of the Flood Control and Coastal Emergency Act or by Major Disaster DeclarationPublic InfrastructureSmall Cities Development Program/Public Facilities GrantsMinnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED)Local Units of GovernmentFunds are granted for:Wastewater treatment projectsCollection systems and treatment plantsFresh water projects, including wells, water towers and distribution systemsStorm sewer projectsFlood control projectsStreet projects No Disaster Declaration RequiredPublic InfrastructureWater & Waste Loan & Grant ProgramUSDA-Rural DevelopmentPublic entities, Indian tribes, and non-profit corporations.Construct, repair, modify, expand, improve water supply and distribution systems, and waste collection and treatment systems. Also other related costs.rus/water/index.htmUlrick Jackson651-602-7811ulrick.jackson@mn.No Disaster Declaration RequiredPublic InfrastructureWater and Waste Disposal Loan GuaranteesUSDA-Rural DevelopmentPublic entities, Indian tribes, and non-profit corporations. Construct, repair, modify, expand, improve water supply and distribution systems, and waste collection and treatment systems. Also other related costs.rus/water/index.htmUlrick Jackson651-602-7811ulrick.jackson@mn.No Disaster Declaration RequiredPublic InfrastructureSolid Waste Management GrantsUSDA-Rural DevelopmentNon-profit organizations and public bodies. Provide technical assistance and training to reduce pollution of water resources and improve management of solid waste facilities.rus/water/index.htmUlrick Jackson651-602-7811ulrick.jackson@mn.No Disaster Declaration RequiredPublic InfrastructureCommunity Facilities Loan & Grant ProgramUSDA-Rural DevelopmentA public body, A not-for-profit organization, cooperative, or private corporation.Federally recognized Indian tribes.Build facilities and purchase equipment for fire and rescue, early warning systems, police stations, health clinics, schools, libraries, hospitals, etc. Jackson651-602-7811ulrick.jackson@mn.No Disaster Declaration Required ................
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