BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – President Joe Biden has approved a federal disaster declaration to help communities in five Vermont counties damaged by the severe winter storm in January.
The declaration covers Chittenden, Essex, Franklin, Lamoille and Orleans counties.
Cities, towns, and public utilities in the these counties now qualify for 75% reimbursement of recovery costs.
During a preliminary damage assessment, state and federal officials identified more than $2.3 Million dollars in storm-eligible costs.
Eligible costs include power restoration, debris removal, road and public building repairs, staff overtime pay and contractor assistance.
The most significant impact of this storm was widespread power outages.