Give impacted businesses a 90-day extension for filing their tax statements. Implement a streamlined permit issuance procedure to help property owners expedite repair of their buildings. Waive demolition permit fees. Assist in designed emergency loan programs that are responsive to the needs of the disaster victims. Create incentive programs to encourage business recovery in the areas hardest hit by the earthquake.
Wise leaders learn from the successes and failures of others.
Our state and local governments can benefit from the lessons of past disaster relief operations, particularly from Los Angeles. EFF has obtained a copy of a report on the city of Los Angeles response to the 1994 earthquake. More information is available by contacting our office.