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Extracted from Consolidated Report

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Tulare County Grand Jury • 2023-2024

Impact of Winter Storms of 2022-2023

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Findings 5 findings

F1 Page 45
The volume of rain and snow from the winter storms was unprecedented, further exacerbated by the short window in which the storms occurred and the warmth of the later storms.
F2 Page 45
RMA’s response to the storms during the January through March period was commendable. The mobilization of resources required to recover, repair and rebuild under the challenges outlined was to be commended.
F3 Page 45
RMA’s challenges and eff orts were not limited to roads and bridges, but included damage inspections to private property, assistance with fl ood debris removal and recovery from private property. RMA also assisted with grant programs for local businesses and residences aff ected by the fl oods.
F4 Page 45
During the height of the emergency period, the challenges of gathering and disseminating information related to road closures and detours was cumbersome and at times ineff ective.
F5 Page 45
The reimbursement of costs from federal and state agencies for the repair, rebuild, replacement of roads and bridges is signifi cant and delays of these payments will impact RMA’s future operating budget.

Recommendations 3