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Livingston’s frustrations with TEMA and FEMA continue as the agencies leaves the city in a wait and see situation on its hazard mitigation grant application. Mayor Curtis Hayes said the agencies mentioned another pot of money may be available but have not shared specifics. “We’re in the hurry up and wait mode,” Hayes said. “The ball is completely took away ... Read More »

FEMA has denied Livingston’s hazard mitigation grant application after a cost benefit analysis showed the properties did not qualify. TEMA representative Donna Holden said Monday night the federal government cited a lack of damage receipts, and the Cash Street homes are not located in a flood zone. After working on the application for some three years, Alderman Kelly Coleman called ... Read More »