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Meeting Date:
02/26/2024
Declaration of disaster
Submitted for:
Melinda Mata
Submitted By:
Melinda Mata
Department:
County Judge
Subject:
Discussion with possible action to authorize a declaration of local state of disaster relating to the surge of migrants unlawfully crossing the Texas – Mexico border; and any other matters incident thereto.
Issue:
On May 31, 2021 Governor Greg Abbott declared a state of disaster for certain counties along the border, including Webb County. In order to continue receiving state funding related to Operation Lone Star, counties named in the Governor’s declaration need to issue their own declaration at the local level.
Solution:
Declaration of a local disaster will include the ability for Webb County to continue requesting assistance from state agencies to help mitigate the conditions affecting Webb County.
Result:
Webb County will continue to be eligible to receive funding from the state for expenses related to Operation Lone Star.
Background:
Previous Court Action:
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