Washington County Urges Regulatory Reform to Protect Lake Homeowners Facing Floodplain Rules
WEST BEND, WI – In response to mounting concerns from Druid Lake property owners, Washington County is taking a strong stance against Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) regulations that could drastically impact the future of dozens of homes and families in the Town of Erin. County Executive Josh Schoemann and County Board Chair Jeff Schleif held a resolution signing yesterday with property owners. Recently released floodplain maps from the Wisconsin DNR have reclassified parts of the
FEMA Field Teams to Open in Villages of Richfield and Germantown
For Immediate Release: Contact: Fran McLaughlin - (262) 343-6846FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance Field Teams to Open in Villages of Richfield and Germantown WEST BEND, WI – Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) field teams from FEMA will open next week in the Village of Richfield and the Village of Germantown. The DSAs will have representatives available to help with FEMA applications Monday, September 22 through Friday, September 26, from 9am – 6pm. DSA teams support disaster survivors by helping them
FEMA DISASTER ASSISTANCE APPLICATIONS OPEN
WEST BEND, WI – President Donald Trump announced a presidential disaster declaration for Wisconsin, approving $29.8 million in federal aid to help recover from the severe storms and flooding in August. County Executive Josh Schoemann said, “I am pleased to see how quickly the disaster declaration was issued so our families and business impacted by the flooding can apply for some relief. It can be difficult to be patient for what can often be a long process, and I thank the President, Governor Evers
