The approval of these funds provides yet another example of what can be accomplished through local, state and federal partnerships. These dollars will make sure that campus infrastructure is strong and in place so students can go about the business of learning. Schafer also applauded the money allocated to the city sewer system as another, important step in the rebuilding and improvement of Grand Forks infrastructure. Funding comes under FEMA's Public Assistance Program, which is designed to repair damage to infrastructure and public facilities on a cost-share basis with state and local governments.
Eligible assistance is reduced by the amount of insurance reimbursements paid to applicants.