Resilient Lee releases guide on spending $1.1 billion recovery funds

Reporter: Amy Galo Writer: Rachel Murphy
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Resilient Lee has released dozens of documents explaining how $1.1 billion of federal funding could help Lee County bounce back from Hurricane Ian.

WINK News spoke to Fort Myers Beach Town Councilman Bill Veach on Tuesday. Veach said every little bit helps restore what once was over a year ago.

“Fort Myers Beach was known for being a funky little island with lots of small mom-and-pop shops,” said Veach.

The funds won’t just go towards recovery but also make Lee County resilient to future disasters.

The 43 documents created by Resilient Lee details where every little bit could go, highlighting issues like housing, health, education and the workforce.

“This affects everybody. Even if it’s not your house, it could be your favorite restaurant, could be your business,” said Veach. “Probably the biggest benefit would be the individual who applied to lift their house.”

As for when these funds may become available, Veach said that much remains unclear. There will be an application process.

“This could be multiple years, four or five years kind of program,” said Veach.

Lee County residents can read through the plan and give online feedback for the next 10 days here. Afterwards, the plan will be sent in for approval.

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