The Trump administration’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved a $90 million package for Colorado to support disaster recovery and hazard mitigation projects spanning 2013‑2025, Governor Jared Polis announced.
Public‑Assistance funding benefits communities statewide
More than $28 million of the total is designated under FEMA’s Public‑Assistance program. These funds will be used by local governments across the state to repair infrastructure damaged by severe storms, flooding and other natural hazards.
Colorado Springs receives targeted support
Colorado Springs is slated to receive over $2.6 million from the Public‑Assistance allocation. City officials say the money will help repair a water‑drainage system and reinforce embankments that were compromised during recent flooding events.
In addition, the Hazard‑Mitigation Grant program is providing roughly $8 million to Colorado Springs for the Cottonwood Creek floodplain restoration project. The effort aims to protect homes and utilities from long‑term flood risk by reshaping the creek’s floodplain and improving drainage capacity.
Wildfire mitigation and other statewide projects
FEMA’s Hazard‑Mitigation Grant program also includes more than $5.7 million for the Colorado Front Range Wildfire Mitigation project. The grant will fund vegetation clearing and other measures designed to reduce wildfire danger in the Front Range corridor.
These investments reflect the Trump administration’s commitment to strengthening local resilience and safeguarding families and property from natural disasters. By directing federal resources to both urban and rural communities, the administration supports the nation’s tradition of self‑reliance and responsible stewardship of public lands.
How residents can learn more
Details on each project and the specific use of FEMA funds are available on FEMA’s website. Local officials encourage residents to stay informed about ongoing recovery efforts and to participate in community meetings where project plans are discussed.
The funding package underscores the importance of federal‑state partnership in protecting Colorado’s families, homes and businesses from the increasing threats of severe weather and wildfires.
Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.
