Dear Residents and Businesses,
In the last 3 weeks, we have braved winter storms that have flooded our communities,
downed trees, seriously damaged farmland, and devastated homes, resulting in the
displacement of our families and friends as well as considerable economic damage.
Countless organizations including law enforcement, county governments, city and state
partners, and the National Guard have assisted our Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
spearheaded by our Department of Emergency Management. The EOC’s foundation is
operated by steadfast and dedicated county employees serving as disaster emergency
workers.
Our objective was to safeguard residents through the series of unpredictable storms and river
flows. To do so, we utilized information from our partners at the National Weather Service,
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Agency, the Water Resources Agency and other experts
to remain ahead of the storms’ impacts and take proactive measures to reinforce key areas to
mitigate damages.
In the coming weeks, we will work to assess, identify, and quantify the damages to seek
State and Federal emergency assistance for our community. We will also work to ensure
those impacted by the storms are able to access information and resources as they work to
recover. If you are interested in supporting recovery efforts, please consider donating to a
local organization such as the Community Foundation for Monterey County, the local America
Red Cross or Salvation Army.
Thank you for your continued support as we work together in this recovery phase.
Please take good care,
Sonia M. De La Rosa
County Administrative Officer
County of Monterey
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