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state disaster recovery assistance program

State grants to help people and businesses after disasters without federal aid.

What to Watch
Watch whether the Wisconsin Legislature passes the program and what rules the state sets for who qualifies and how fast checks go out.
Coming Up

Typically discussed at City Council. Check back when the next agenda is published.

The Story

On Jan. 19, the City Council voted 9-0 to sign onto a proposed state disaster recovery grant program with a $30 million pot. It’s a support letter, not city spending, and any real help depends on what state lawmakers pass and how the state runs it.

Key Decisions
  1. passed 9-0 City Council · Jan 19, 2026

    26-013 Resolution Authorizing Letter of Support for State Individual Assistance Program

    Motion made by Bittner, seconded by Derby to adopt the resolution.

    Mark Bittner Yes
    Doug Brandt Yes
    Shannon Derby Yes
    Bill LeClair Yes
    Darla LeClair Yes
    Tim Petri Yes
    Bonnie Shimulunas Yes
    Scott Stechmesser Yes
    Adam Wachowski Yes
Record

  1. City Council approved Resolution 26-013 authorizing a letter of support for a proposed state Individual Assistance disaster recovery grant program.

    City Council

  2. The proposal described in the agenda would set aside $30 million to assist individuals and businesses impacted by natural disasters when federal aid is unavailable.

    City Council

  3. The agenda description states the program would be administered by the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs and would be available following a Governor-declared state of emergency.

    City Council

  4. The vote on the resolution was unanimous, 9-0.

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