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Jones County Flood Update Posted 18 June 2008 Many roads in Jones County remain closed due to flooding, or flood damage. This includes some paved roads as well as gravel roads. Remember the slogan, “ Turn Around, Don’t Drown,” as there could be unseen dangers, such as debris or a washed out roadway. Property Damage If you have damage to your house from the storms (flooding, seepage, wind damage, etc.) beginning June 8, 2008, please contact the Jones County Assessor’s Office at 319-462-2671. Please give them your name, contact number, address and damage information and you will be contacted by Jones County Emergency Management.  If you can, take pictures of the damage for documentation purposes. Wells and Septic Systems If you have a private well or septic system that was covered in flood water, contact Jones County Environmental Services at 319-462-4715. Disaster Assistance Programs Available If you have any questions or need further information on aid that is available, please contact Congressman Braley’s Waterloo office at 319-287-3233. FEMA:  Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) is the primary agency that deals with disaster assistance.  Two different types of assistance are offered: Housing Needs: provides temporary housing, repair and replacement of homes Other Than Housing Needs: other assistance including medical and clothing More Information: Go to www.fema.gov or call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) The deadline to apply for FEMA disaster assistance in July 28th 2008  USDA Agricultural Aid: Farm Service Agency may make emergency loans to farmers and ranchers who were operating a farm or ranch at the time of the disaster More Information: Visit http://www.fsa.usda.gov or call the Iowa FSA at 515-254-1540 Housing and Urban Development: Offers foreclosure relief, loan guarantee assistance and makes insurance available for mortgages and home rehabilitation More Information: Visit www.hud.gov/info/disasterresources_dev.cfm Crisis Counseling: Provides assistance for short-term crisis counseling More Information: Call 1-800-308-3515 or e-mail DTAC@esi-dc.com Disaster Unemployment Assistance: Provides unemployment benefits and re-employment services to individuals who have become unemployed because of major disasters More Information: http://workforcesecurity.doleta.gov/unemploy/disaster.asp Financial Services: Some banks permit early withdraws of time deposits without penalty.  Contact your local financial institution to determine eligibility Legal Services: FEMA provides free legal assistance to disaster victims More Information: Call 877-396-6248 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. central time Special Tax Considerations: You may be able to deduct a casualty loss on your federal income tax return.  You should save all food, travel and lodging receipts to ensure your tax deduction.  Contact the IRS for more information. Small Business Administration Disaster Loans: Offers federally subsidized, low-interest loans for homeowners and renters to repair or replace homes, personal property or businesses More Information: Call 1-800-659-2955 or e-mail disastercustomerservice@sba.gov

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