December 13, 2021
FEMA Seeking Volunteers for BRIC National Review Panel
By News Editor
ASFPM members who are interested in serving as reviewers should apply by Jan. 14. 2022.
December 1, 2021
ASFPM Board Passes Resolution Outlining Deficiencies in BRIC Program, Makes Recommendations for Improvements
By Mary Bart
An exceedingly complex application process, a significant bias toward large infrastructure projects, a lack of transparency in the selection process, and proportionally less money available in state set-asides. These are just some of the concerns identified in a resolution unanimously approved by the ASFPM Board of Directors at its November 10 meeting.
August 12, 2021
2021 BRIC and FMA Webinar Series Underway
By News Editor
Advanced registration is required for the 2021 BRIC and FMA Webinar Series, which kicked off on July 28, 2021 and will run through Oct. 13, 2021.
August 1, 2021
What is the Future for Traditional Flood Mitigation after BRIC Awards?
By Larry Larson, P.E., CFM
Many of us working to reduce flood risk were excited when Congress finally approved a disaster generated formula to create a sustained funding program for FEMA mitigation grants. After seeing the Fiscal Year 2020 grants, we’re less optimistic.