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GLO Disaster Recovery
Intergovernmental and Community Relations Monthly Newsletter
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 The Texas General Land Office disaster recovery team celebrated the completion of Dorothy Diggs’ new home with representatives of Houston City Councilmembers. Congratulations, Ms. Diggs! We are so proud to say, welcome home.
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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
NEWSLETTER HIGHLIGHTS:
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Dr. Dawn Buckingham Makes History As First Woman Sworn Into Texas' Oldest Agency
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Key Handoff: Maria Rodriguez
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Protect the life you have built by getting flood insurance
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Key Handoff: The Burrell Family
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2022 - A Look Back and A Look Ahead
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Help for RGV Homeowners affected by 2018/2019 storms is available NOW – Encourage Homeowners to Apply TODAY!
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Texas GLO'S Don't Ignore Campaign Wins Lone Star Emmy®
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Sign Up For The CDR Mailing List
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By the Numbers: Hurricane Harvey Recovery Programs
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Disaster Recovery Resources
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Dr. Dawn Buckingham Makes History As First Woman Sworn Into Texas' Oldest Agency
Buckingham takes oath of office as the 29th Texas Land Commissioner
 Dr. Dawn Buckingham was sworn in as the 29th Commissioner of the Texas General Land Office (GLO), making history as the first woman to hold this office in Texas. Commissioner Buckingham was issued the oath of office at the Texas State Capitol by the Honorable Judge Melissa Goodwin of the Third District Court of Appeals, Place 4. After the formal ceremony, Commissioner Buckingham spoke to all in attendance, including family, friends, supporters, as well as hundreds of Texans from every corner of this great state.
“It is an honor to be elected where I can continue doing what I love the most – serving the people of the great state of Texas. As Land Commissioner, I will continue to fight for Texans and always do what is right, not just convenient. I am extremely thankful the people of Texas have entrusted me with this vital responsibility to protect our individual freedoms and safeguard our communities. I will not let them down,” said Commissioner Buckingham.
After the general election in November 2022, which was preceded by more than a year of crisscrossing the state to meet and speak with Texans face-to-face, Commissioner Buckingham immediately got to work for the people of Texas by selecting an unparalleled transition team for the GLO.
As the new leader of one of the most important offices in state government, Commissioner Buckingham stands ready to preserve the Texas we love by fighting Biden’s inflation using the unleashed power of Texas energy, ensuring every child in Texas receives a high-quality education, and securing our southern border to keep our communities safe.
Click here to read the full press release.
Key Handoff: Maria Rodriguez
 Click here to watch the full video.
 Protect the life you have built by getting flood insurance. It takes 30 days for a policy to be approved, so don't delay before the next storm. #PrepareNow
Key Handoff: The Burrell Family
 Click here to watch the full video.
2022 - A Look Back and A Look Ahead
 Click here to watch the full video.
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Help for RGV Homeowners affected by 2018/2019 storms is available NOW – Encourage Homeowners to Apply TODAY!
GLO encourages homeowners to review document checklist, apply now
The Texas General Land Office’s (GLO) Homeowner Assistance and Reimbursement Programs (HARP) is currently accepting applications in the Rio Grande Valley counties of Cameron, Hidalgo and Willacy. Through HARP, the GLO is focused on rebuilding homes damaged in 2018 and 2019 flooding disasters as well as providing reimbursement for up to $50,000 for certain out-of-pocket expenses incurred for repairs. Repayment of SBA loans is also eligible for reimbursement.
Interested homeowners should visit recovery.texas.gov/harp to apply online or download a printable version of the application. Potential applicants can also find in-person assistance at regional Homeowner Assistance and Reimbursement Programs offices serving their area. For assistance, interested participants can email cdr@recovery.texas.gov or call 1-844-893-8937.
A single application can be submitted for reimbursement and repair assistance. An application must be submitted along with required documents for consideration. HARP is a first-come, first-served basis and all homeowners are encouraged to apply immediately. HARP is only available for a main home (primary residence).
HARP is only available for primary residences. The funding for HARP comes from a Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
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Texas GLO'S Don't Ignore Campaign Wins Lone Star Emmy®
Multi-award winning campaign commercial wins highly prestigious award
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The Texas General Land Office (GLO), in collaboration with 1820 Productions and Proscalar, created an incredibly captivating commercial to promote flood insurance among Texas homeowners and renters. The Don’t Ignore public service announcement was filmed over a series of four days in a 30,000 gallon tank in Central Texas. The shoot took more than 1,460 hours, 50 crew and a lot of specialized equipment to complete. On Saturday night, the flagship of the shoot, a 30 second advertisement won a Lone Star EMMY® for the Public Service Announcement category. The Texas General Land Office (GLO), in collaboration with 1820 Productions and Proscalar, created an incredibly captivating commercial to promote flood insurance among Texas homeowners and renters. The Don’t Ignore public service announcement was filmed over a series of four days in a 30,000 gallon tank in Central Texas. The shoot took more than 1,460 hours, 50 crew and a lot of specialized equipment to complete. On Saturday night, the flagship of the shoot, a 30 second advertisement won a Lone Star EMMY® for the Public Service Announcement category. |
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The Don’t Ignore advertising campaign was used to promote flood insurance to millions of Texans. The video has already garnered 27 marketing and advertising industry awards. The Lone Star EMMY® award is the latest accolade for a public service announcement developed to grab the attention of homeowners and renters, and urge them to learn more about a flood insurance plan to protect their family and the lives they have built. Watch the "Behind the Scenes" video to learn about the challenging work needed to create the Emmy award winning Don't Ignore campaign.
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Sign Up For The CDR Mailing List
Click here to subscribe to our monthly IGR Newsletter for the latest updates from GLO's CDR division.
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HARVEY RECOVERY HOUSING PROGRAMS |
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(EXCLUDING HOUSTON/HARRIS COUNTY) |
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Homeowner Assistance Program (HAP)
$1.334 Billion
SUMMARY: State-administered repair program to rehabilitate or reconstruct homes damaged by Hurricane Harvey.
THIS PROGRAM SERVES: Texas homeowners with remaining Harvey Damage Repair needs.
Homes Completed: 5,487
*Please Note: Numbers as of
January 20, 2023
For more information CLICK HERE
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Homeowner Reimbursement Program (HRP) - COMPLETED
$100 Million
SUMMARY: State-administered reimbursement program for homeowners who used their personal savings or incurred personal debt to repair their homes that were damaged by Hurricane Harvey.
THIS PROGRAM SERVED: Texas homeowners who have conducted repairs to their homes.
Reimbursements Approved:
2,963 applicants for $85,992,270 total
*Please Note: Numbers as of
January 20, 2023
For more information CLICK HERE
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HARVEY RECOVERY COMMUNITY PROJECTS
(EXCLUDING HOUSTON/HARRIS COUNTY)
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Local Infrastructure
$413 Million
SUMMARY: Funds local government projects to repair local infrastructure damaged by Hurricane Harvey. Can be used to match FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) infrastructure project funds.
THIS PROGRAM SERVES: City and County Governments in federally declared counties with Hurricane Harvey damage to local infrastructure.
*This program is fully contracted.
Contracts Executed: 152
*Please Note: Numbers as of
January 20, 2023
For more information CLICK HERE
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Local Buyouts and Acquisitions
$275 Million
SUMMARY: Funds local government projects applications to buyout or acquire homes damaged by Hurricane Harvey. Can be used to match FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) buyout project funds.
THIS PROGRAM SERVES: City and County governments in federally declared counties with real property buyout or acquisition needs.
*This program is fully contracted.
Contracts Executed: 227
*Please Note: Numbers as of
January 20, 2023
For more information CLICK HERE
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HARVEY RECOVERY COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION PROJECTS
(EXCLUDING HOUSTON/HARRIS COUNTY)
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Affordable Multifamily Rental Program
$586 Million
SUMMARY: State-administered program that took applications from rental property owners to rehabilitate, reconstruct or newly construct affordable rental housing lost during Hurricane Harvey.
THIS PROGRAM SERVES: Local rental property owners that own and rent out at least 8 units to replace units lost due to Hurricane Harvey.
Units are currently under construction.
- Number of Multifamily Projects currently under construction = 81
- Number of units to be repaired with 81 Multifamily developments being processed currently = 5,909
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Number of funds that have been allocated to rehab, reconstruct or build the 5,909 new units = $588,382,532
*Please Note: Numbers as of
January 20, 2023
For more information CLICK HERE
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Economic Revitalization Program
$100 Million
SUMMARY: State-administered revitalization program that will provide financing to local small businesses impacted by Hurricane Harvey in deferred forgivable loans for job creation or retention of LMI employees.
THIS PROGRAM SERVES: Local small businesses that experienced economic losses and damage from Hurricane Harvey.
- Number of funds that have been awarded = $76,925,000
- Number of businesses served = 493
- Number of jobs supported = 1,592
*Please Note: Info as of
January 20, 2023
For more information CLICK HERE
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Department of Homeland Security
Disaster Preparedness
Ready.gov
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