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The NC Local Government Disaster Recovery Portal is a one-stop resource to help local governments impacted by Tropical Storm Helene access disaster-recovery funding, training, and practical guidance.

The portal is a joint effort of the Southwestern Commission, Land of Sky Regional Council, High Country Council of Governments, Foothills Regional Commission, Western Piedmont Council of Governments, Centralina Regional Council, GROW NC, the Western Carolina University Local Government Training Program, the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners, the North Carolina League of Municipalities, and the UNC School of Government.

It brings together current funding opportunities, tools, and recovery resources in a single, reliable place to support affected communities.

Upcoming Deadlines, Trainings, and Info Sessions

Tue
27 Jan
Office Hours

Disaster Recovery Office Hours

Time: 3:00 PM
Wed
28 Jan
Training

Natural Hazard Risk Technical Assistance and Funding Connections for Water Utilities from EPA’s SWIFT

Wed
28 Jan
Training

Webinar: Natural Hazard Risk Assessment Technical Assistance and Funding Connections for Southeastern Water Utilities

Fri
30 Jan
Funding Deadline

Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) Helene

Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF) Helene
Fri
30 Jan
Funding Deadline

Helene Recovery Recycling Infrastructure Grants

Helene Recovery Recycling Infrastructure Grants

Special Announcements

New Resource: Building More Resilient Water and Wastewater Systems Through Interlocal Partnerships

Water and wastewater systems were among the most impacted infrastructure in WNC during Helene. As rebuilding happens and we look towards creating resilience during future events, finding ways to work...

New Resource: Promising Practices for Timely Building Inspections

As local governments recovering from Helene face not only the potential for an uptick in building permit requests but also a shortage of building inspectors, this new resource from UNC...

Welcome to the NC Local Government Disaster Recovery Portal!

In the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, local governments in the impacted areas of North Carolina had an unprecedented number of challenges. Seeing the great needs of governments in the...
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