2008 Flood Contact Updated Information from Rep. Gordon Hintz's office
FEMA Disaster Declaration-Winnebago County
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has declared Winnebago County to be a disaster area due to the recent flooding. This declaration means that federal funding is now available for in the form of low-interest loans and grants to assist with eligible expenses such as home repair and temporary housing to those who have been affected by this month’s flooding.
FEMA has also opened a disaster recovery center at South Park Middle School, 1551 Delaware Street, to assist Winnebago County residents who have been affected. In addition to meeting with FEMA officials to seek federal assistance, residents can also meet with Winnebago County officials and representatives from the Small Business Association (SBA). SBA offers low-interest disaster loans for homeowners, renters, and businesses of all sizes to repair or replace damaged or destroyed property. Anyone applying for FEMA assistance is also encouraged to apply with the SBA, even if they are not a business owner.
The center will be open from 10am-7pm daily. Affected residents are encouraged to register prior to coming to the center by contacting FEMA toll-free at 800-621-FEMA (TTY 800-462-7585) or by visiting www.fema.gov. Those affected by the flooding should gather the following information before contacting FEMA:
o Your current telephone number;
o Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you now are staying;
o Your Social Security number, if available;
o A general list of damages and losses you suffered;
o If insured, the name of your company or agent and your policy number;
o General financial information;
o Bank account coding if you wish to speed up your assistance with direct deposit.
Flood Clean-up Tips and other helpful information
o See attached document from Winnebago County UW-Extension
o Visit the UW-Extension flood resource website at: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/ag/issues/ExtensionResponds-Flood.html#homesandhouseholds
Emergency Food Assistance
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services have approved a plan to issue emergency good assistance through the FoodShare Wisconsin program to victims of flooding. Winnebago County residents can apply through July 1. Residents who would not be eligible under regular FoodShare rules may qualify for benefits if:
o Their home, belongings, or place of employment was damaged or destroyed, or
o They have disaster-related expenses, or
o The have lost income, food or money as a result of the floods
Garbage removal
Construction and demolition debris pickup: Residents should place all construction and demolition debris in a separate pile from their regular trash and leave it next to their trash. Please remember that all recyclables must also be separated from the general waste stream. Recycling pickup is being suspended for the following two weeks (through June 29) and will resume on June 30 in order to maximize resources for debris pickup.
• White goods/appliances pickup: Residents should place all white goods/appliances in a safe location and ensure that all refrigerator doors are removed or secured. Winnebago County is working with the City of Oshkosh to arrange with a contractor to assist with pickup and removal of these appliances. A schedule and protocols for pickup will be shared as soon as it is available.
• Hazardous materials pickup: Residents must remember that hazardous materials may not be sent to the landfill, even after a disaster. Examples of hazardous materials include: Chemicals (household, cleaning and yard-related); lead and lead-based items; asbestos (including insulation, flooring and tile products); batteries, antifreeze, oil and oil filters; tires.
Residents who have had their electricity turned off due to flooding
Residents who had their electricity turned off due to flooding must have a signed affidavit by a local licensed electrical contractor before Wisconsin Public Service can restore their power. Electrical contractors can obtain affidavits from WPS or at the Inspections Division offices in City Hall. WPS will not restore power without a signed affidavit.
For additional questions residents can call WPS at 1-800-450-7260 or Inspections Services at 236-5050. Residents should contact WPS to confirm that they are scheduled for reconnection after the electrical contractor has completed their work.
Elderly, Disabled, Special Needs Assistance
o Lori Renning-Winnebago County Emergency Volunteer Coordinator 420-8433
o Red Cross 231-3590
o Dial 211
For a listing of local handymen (for seniors)
o Senior Connection-Lutheran Social Services at the Oshkosh Senior Center Mary Kay Rathe 232-5304
Gas or Electric emergencies
o If you smell natural gas leave the house immediately
o Call WPS 800-450-7280
Health and Safety Tips
o Oshkosh Health Department 236-5030
o Winnebago County Health Department 232-3000
For all non-emergencies in the City of Oshkosh call 236-5234
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has declared Winnebago County to be a disaster area due to the recent flooding. This declaration means that federal funding is now available for in the form of low-interest loans and grants to assist with eligible expenses such as home repair and temporary housing to those who have been affected by this month’s flooding.
FEMA has also opened a disaster recovery center at South Park Middle School, 1551 Delaware Street, to assist Winnebago County residents who have been affected. In addition to meeting with FEMA officials to seek federal assistance, residents can also meet with Winnebago County officials and representatives from the Small Business Association (SBA). SBA offers low-interest disaster loans for homeowners, renters, and businesses of all sizes to repair or replace damaged or destroyed property. Anyone applying for FEMA assistance is also encouraged to apply with the SBA, even if they are not a business owner.
The center will be open from 10am-7pm daily. Affected residents are encouraged to register prior to coming to the center by contacting FEMA toll-free at 800-621-FEMA (TTY 800-462-7585) or by visiting www.fema.gov. Those affected by the flooding should gather the following information before contacting FEMA:
o Your current telephone number;
o Your address at the time of the disaster and the address where you now are staying;
o Your Social Security number, if available;
o A general list of damages and losses you suffered;
o If insured, the name of your company or agent and your policy number;
o General financial information;
o Bank account coding if you wish to speed up your assistance with direct deposit.
Flood Clean-up Tips and other helpful information
o See attached document from Winnebago County UW-Extension
o Visit the UW-Extension flood resource website at: http://www.uwex.edu/ces/ag/issues/ExtensionResponds-Flood.html#homesandhouseholds
Emergency Food Assistance
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services have approved a plan to issue emergency good assistance through the FoodShare Wisconsin program to victims of flooding. Winnebago County residents can apply through July 1. Residents who would not be eligible under regular FoodShare rules may qualify for benefits if:
o Their home, belongings, or place of employment was damaged or destroyed, or
o They have disaster-related expenses, or
o The have lost income, food or money as a result of the floods
Garbage removal
Construction and demolition debris pickup: Residents should place all construction and demolition debris in a separate pile from their regular trash and leave it next to their trash. Please remember that all recyclables must also be separated from the general waste stream. Recycling pickup is being suspended for the following two weeks (through June 29) and will resume on June 30 in order to maximize resources for debris pickup.
• White goods/appliances pickup: Residents should place all white goods/appliances in a safe location and ensure that all refrigerator doors are removed or secured. Winnebago County is working with the City of Oshkosh to arrange with a contractor to assist with pickup and removal of these appliances. A schedule and protocols for pickup will be shared as soon as it is available.
• Hazardous materials pickup: Residents must remember that hazardous materials may not be sent to the landfill, even after a disaster. Examples of hazardous materials include: Chemicals (household, cleaning and yard-related); lead and lead-based items; asbestos (including insulation, flooring and tile products); batteries, antifreeze, oil and oil filters; tires.
Residents who have had their electricity turned off due to flooding
Residents who had their electricity turned off due to flooding must have a signed affidavit by a local licensed electrical contractor before Wisconsin Public Service can restore their power. Electrical contractors can obtain affidavits from WPS or at the Inspections Division offices in City Hall. WPS will not restore power without a signed affidavit.
For additional questions residents can call WPS at 1-800-450-7260 or Inspections Services at 236-5050. Residents should contact WPS to confirm that they are scheduled for reconnection after the electrical contractor has completed their work.
Elderly, Disabled, Special Needs Assistance
o Lori Renning-Winnebago County Emergency Volunteer Coordinator 420-8433
o Red Cross 231-3590
o Dial 211
For a listing of local handymen (for seniors)
o Senior Connection-Lutheran Social Services at the Oshkosh Senior Center Mary Kay Rathe 232-5304
Gas or Electric emergencies
o If you smell natural gas leave the house immediately
o Call WPS 800-450-7280
Health and Safety Tips
o Oshkosh Health Department 236-5030
o Winnebago County Health Department 232-3000
For all non-emergencies in the City of Oshkosh call 236-5234
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