Local Lawmakers Thank Scott For Disaster Declaration

February 24, 2016

Escambia and Santa Rosa County Delegation members – Sen. Greg Evers, Rep. Doug Broxson, Rep. Mike Hill, and Rep. Clay Ingram — sent letters to Scott  morning extending their sincere appreciation towards the governor’s actions on the behalf of the residents of Escambia County who suffered following the devastating aftermath of last week’s tornado.

Delegation members sent a letter to Scott that was signed Saturday as the group toured the damage in the Century area.

With the disaster declaration from the governor, those who experienced significant damage may be able to apply for possible grants, loans, and other restoration funds as they begin to rebuild their homes and lives.

The letters were as follows:

Dear Governor Scott,

I am truly grateful for your generous response to the disasters that occurred in the town of Century and Escambia County on Monday, February 15.  Thank you for declaring one of the poorest counties in the State eligible for emergency disaster funds after last week’s devastating tornado.

The residents of Escambia County and I are grateful for all the efforts of the local Emergency Management Services and the continuous communications with the Department of Emergency Management, to provide swift assistance to all those who suffered in the tornado’s devastating wake. The rescue and aftermath labors were greatly appreciated from all local & state resources.

Thank you for your thoughtfulness and leadership of this great State in our time of need.

I am, respectfully,

State Representative Mike Hill
District 2

Dear Governor Scott:

Thank you for your leadership in declaring Century, FL a state of emergency following the devastation caused by a tornado on February 15, 2016.

This declaration will provide vital assistance to Escambia County and the residents of Century affected by the tornado. Our communities in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties are resolute, resilient, and have come together to help the residents of Century during this difficult time, but the people of Century are in need of all the assistance that can be provided.

I am grateful for your response and will continue to work hard to help those in need.

Respectfully,
Doug Broxson
State Representative

Dear Governor Scott,

Thank you for your immediate response to the recent devastation in the Town of Century and Escambia County, in the wake of the tornado on February 15th. The efforts of volunteers, local and state disaster relief teams, and the Escambia Emergency Management Services and the Florida Department of Emergency Management have been greatly appreciated. I know that under your leadership, the residents of Escambia County and the Town of Century will receive the best care during their time of need.

The declaration of the State of Emergency for the Town of Century and Escambia County is just the beginning to the road to recovery for the victims of the tornado last week. I appreciate all you have done to begin the fiscal recovery opportunities in one of the lowest income areas of my district.

Sincerely,
Greg Evers
District 2

A copy of Rep. Clay Ingram’s letter was not immediately available.

Pictured top: Local legislative delegation members sign a letter to Gov. Rick Scott last Saturday in Century. Pictured top inset: Evers and Rep. Clay Ingram (left) drag debris out of Front Street last Saturday. NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

Comments

3 Responses to “Local Lawmakers Thank Scott For Disaster Declaration”

  1. JJ on February 25th, 2016 8:45 am

    Mr. Evers, Mr. Broxson, & Mr. Hill,
    While I understand that you guys have to play politics and kiss butt, every now and then, it is a shame that you guys had to write such thank you notes to the King. If you didn’t, he would “pay us back” by withholding something from us, over here in Alabama (I mean Florida).

    He should have been on this from day one, and then to not even go to Century is disrespectful. Any Governor would have declared the area a disaster; it’s just a formality to sign his name. He didn’t do anything great and compassionate.

    You guys have done a pretty good job representing us. Just remember, you “represent” us, you don’t lead us! Keep up the good work and know your place!

  2. voter on February 24th, 2016 5:05 pm

    Thanks governor for releasing our money to help state residents. I know you had earmarked the money to go to your buddies in business. Guess they’ll have to settle for a little less.

  3. Thoughts on February 24th, 2016 1:52 pm

    Its gonna be HUGE. Make America Great Again. See it now…

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