August 11, 2020
Changes Coming to the 2017 CRS Coordinator’s Manual
By News Editor
FEMA plans to issue a 2021 addendum to the 2017 CRS Coordinator’s Manual, which will go into effect January 2021. The addendum will include two new prerequisite requirements, several new credit opportunities, and some updates aimed at simplifying credit and reporting requirements.
August 10, 2020
Upcoming Webinars for FMA and BRIC Grant Programs
By News Editor
FEMA is offering a series of webinars on the Fiscal Year 2020 Notice of Funding Opportunities for the Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) and the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant programs.
August 6, 2020
FEMA Publishes New Guide on Nature-based Solutions
By News Editor
Building Community Resilience with Nature-based Solutions: A Guide for Local Communities was developed by FEMA to help communities identify and engage the staff and resources that can play a role in building resilience with nature-based solutions.
August 5, 2020
FEMA Announces Notice of Funding Opportunities for Hazard Mitigation Assistance Grants
By News Editor
More than $660 million in funding is available through the Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) and the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant programs,
July 30, 2020
FEMA to Update State and Local Mitigation Planning Guides
By News Editor
FEMA is updating the State and Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Review Guides this year. ASPFM encourages members to provide feedback on either guidance by Aug. 14, 2020.
July 28, 2020
ASFPM Comments on US Army Corps of Engineers Levee Safety Program
By News Editor
During the public comment period, which ended July 27, 2020, ASFPM submitted comments on the proposed guidance on the US Army Corps of Engineers levee safety program.
July 28, 2020
On-Demand Access to the ASFPM Virtual Conference Now Available
By News Editor
Get on-demand access to the 2020 ASFPM Virtual Conference featuring more than 150 presentations dedicated to all aspects of flooding and floodplain management.
July 27, 2020
NFIP Update and Clarifications Final Rule Published
By News Editor
The NFIP will implement the final rule through updates to the Flood Insurance and Claims manuals and by producing and distributing new SFIP forms. The existing NFIP regulations and SFIP forms will apply until October 1, 2021.
July 27, 2020
ASFPM Offers Recommendations to TMAC Regarding FEMA Flood Mapping
By News Editor
ASFPM has officially responded to a request from the Technical Mapping Advisory Council (TMAC) for input to help shape its recommendations to FEMA regarding the future flood hazard and flood risk identification program.
July 15, 2020
NEPA Changes Take Nation in Wrong Direction
By News Editor
The disappointing decision by the Trump Administration today to change the environmental review process for infrastructure projects will make the United States less able to tackle the climate crisis, according to a joint statement from the American Planning Association (APA) and the Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM). Kurt Christiansen, FAICP, APA President, and Chad…