We are focused on stabilizing individuals, buildings and the community, while building the foundation to build back better. Our current priority is to ensure those affected by the tornado are able to stay safe and warm this winter as we continue with our restoration efforts.Current Recovery StatisticsHousing2,900+ Owner-occupied homes and 2,200+ rental units damaged. 184 homes have received emergency stabilization or repairs from City Launched emergency rental and hotel assistance for at risk residents 340+ rental units in contracting process for repairs for displaced residents 517 residential building permits issued in tornado zoneDebrisEstimated 900,000 tons of debris to be removed (estimated by US Army Corps of Engineers). 140,000+ estimated tons of debris removed (533K cubic yards) 69 buildings demolished (10 by City) 6,000 estimated trees cut or trimmed 1000+ applications initiated for private property assistanceSupports10,000+ impacted households with incomes below 80% of the areamedian income. $44M+ in FEMA assistance to residents $14M allocated by City to support 50+ nonprofits meeting resident needs ~30 Disaster Case Managers and Community Health Workers hired to support resident recovery 1,103+ Winter Safety Intake Forms completed through outreachCommunity800+ businesses and 7 schools impacted. Small businesses supported with 40 no-interest loans Tornado Recovery Advisory Committee Launched Neighborhood planning committees launched in all affected neighborhoodsResident Recovery Programs and Funding Total Allocated: $427M Across City ($124M) Federal ($200M) State ($103M) City Allocated: $124M $103M contracted/committed $55M spent See more detailed funding allocation info in the full report.What’s Happening Next? December: Activate full winter plan to ensure residents stay safe and warm, including providing rental assistance. January: Begin expanded rapid repair program and early state debris funded efforts. February/March: Launch state-led debris removal efforts, which will expedite the number of demolitions and create a pathway for rebuilding. 

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