Funding levels are usually high after a disaster, but strings are attached to how the funds are spent. To probably analyze the recovery efforts, there will be a long term need for GIS data. It is important to determine who has what types of data and what are the long term needs for the community. Jack initiated a discussion on developing contacts for mitigation after a disaster. Jack is looking for a list of main GIS and technical support contacts from Federal and State agencies in Texas that could be involved in mitigation planning meetings after the disaster.
Some agencies have several district offices located in Texas.
Others work from one main office. The GIS and technical contacts may be at the main office, but could authorize local contacts for their agency to meet with FEMA for mitigation efforts after the disaster. Please contact either Jack or Jean Parcher with your agency information.