by Cole Arreola-Karr | May 6, 2025 | Infrastructure, Mitigation
A White House review panel is seeking public input on experiences with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) during disaster as part of a broader review of agency programs. AASD encourages special districts to provide their feedback to the Federal Emergency...
by Cole Arreola-Karr | Feb 21, 2025 | AASD, Infrastructure, Legislation
The Issues, Policy Perspectives, and a Panel Discussion The recent wildfire disaster in Los Angeles has restarted the conversation around adequate water infrastructure for firefighting – or, rather, the lack thereof – in communities across the country, especially in...
by Cole Arreola-Karr | Jan 28, 2025 | Infrastructure
UPDATE — January 28, 2025, 4:15 p.m. MT: A District Court Judge in Washington, DC, has delayed the Office of Management & Budget directive to pause federal grant and finance programs pending agencies’ review and alignment with Administration priorities. U.S....
by Cole Arreola-Karr | Nov 16, 2024 | Infrastructure
Recent disasters are a stern reminder that preparedness is key to effectively managing and recovering from a major event. It is critical for America’s special districts to engage with fellow local special districts and general governments providing services in their...
