MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County officials are seeking opinions on a new disaster grant worth $252 million from residents.
Morgan Bryant knows the key to staying energized. But when Hurricane Helene flooded her coffee shop, Cool Beans AMI, she had to start from scratch.
What You Need To Know
- Manatee County officials are seeking residents’ opinions on a new disaster relief grant worth $252 million
- The county has named the program “Lasting Manatee.” It’s designed to help the community recover from damages caused by hurricanes Debby, Helene, and Milton
- There is a multi-step process before funds become available
- A public meeting will take place tomorrow from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the Central Library at 301 Barcarrota Blvd. in Bradenton for anyone interested in sharing their thoughts on the grant
“I don’t think you can begin to explain to people how hard it was. Your whole life turned upside down,” she said…