David R. Betancourt

The special call meeting commenced with an invocation and roll call confirming a quorum. Key discussions included the presentation and unanimous adoption of a resolution honoring the 7th anniversary of the United States Space Force, recognizing its role in protecting national interests in space. The board also presented and unanimously adopted a memorial resolution honoring the life and service of former Executive Secretary Bill McLemore, including personal testimonials regarding his dedication to veterans. Finally, the board recognized three new employees: Monica Howell (Veteran Services Representative), Richard Johnson (Loan Specialist Three), and Jaylen Navarro (Financial Analyst 3), noting that two were returning staff members.

This document, Amendment 19, revises the State of Texas Plan for Disaster Recovery, focusing on long-term recovery and restoration efforts following Hurricane Harvey. It details the proposed use of funds for housing, infrastructure, and economic revitalization, including homeowner assistance, residential buyouts, affordable rental programs, and local infrastructure projects. The plan aims to address unmet needs, expedite recovery, and incorporate mitigation measures, with specific program extensions for some initiatives until 2026.

This Action Plan details the proposed use of CDBG-DR funds for the long-term recovery and restoration of infrastructure, housing, and the economy in Texas following Hurricane Harvey in August 2017. The plan prioritizes addressing unmet needs in the most affected and devastated areas, particularly Harris County, through programs such as voluntary and mandatory property acquisition and affordable rental housing initiatives. It aims to rebuild communities with an emphasis on resilience, equitable access to resources, and support for vulnerable populations.

This document constitutes Amendment No. 7 to the State of Texas Plan for Disaster Recovery for Hurricane Harvey, outlining the use of Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds for disaster relief, long-term recovery, and the restoration of housing, infrastructure, and economic revitalization. The plan prioritizes addressing unmet recovery needs, with significant allocation directed towards Harris County and additional funds for Aransas, Nueces, and Refugio Counties, through programs such as voluntary and mandatory buyouts, and affordable rental initiatives.

This document, the 2024 Disasters Action Plan Amendment 1, details how the Texas General Land Office will administer Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds to support long-term recovery efforts following the 2024 Texas Severe Storms and Hurricane Beryl. The plan outlines key programs including the Homeowner Assistance Program, Homeowner Reimbursement Program, Affordable Rental Program, and Local Communities Program, designed to address unmet housing, infrastructure, and economic revitalization needs across the state's most impacted and distressed areas. It prioritizes benefiting low- and moderate-income families and integrates hazard mitigation measures to build resilience.