On September 18, 2024, U.S. Representative Doug LaMalfa (R-Richvale) announced that a total of $4,106,321 has been awarded to Congressional District 1 for critical disaster recovery and preparedness projects. These grants will support various initiatives aimed at enhancing resilience, improving emergency management, and ensuring effective fire prevention and protection.  

The awarded grants include: 

  • Butte County Foothill Rebuild Barrier Removal Project: $1,014,383 - This project will help property owners in burn scar areas overcome recovery barriers by developing personalized mitigation and recovery plans. It will facilitate the acquisition of building permits and support rebuilding efforts for those who missed previous rehabilitation programs. 
  • Butte County Emergency Operations Planning Project: $490,000 - Funding will be used to update the Emergency Operations Plan and essential annexes, enhancing disaster preparedness and response. This project will benefit all county residents by improving our local emergency management strategies. 
  • Butte County Fire Prevention and Protection Community Education Expansion Project: $1,000,000 - This grant will expand education on fire prevention through an extensive outreach campaign, increasing awareness and proactive measures. It will also improve availability for fire inspections in isolated areas, helping to reduce fire risks. 
  • Butte County Broadband Mitigation Through Connectivity Project: $451,938 - This project will develop a Connectivity Action Plan to improve communication in remote rugged areas. This plan will guide future investments in broadband infrastructure, enhancing disaster response and connectivity for rural constituencies. 
  • City of Redding Risk Assessment and Strategic Planning Project: $150,000 - This funding will support a comprehensive risk assessment and the development of a strategic plan for the fire department. It aims to improve emergency response capabilities and resource allocation based on identified threats and vulnerabilities.
  • City of Redding Storm Drain Master Plan Update: $1,000,000 - This grant will be used to update the city’s storm drain plan to address current conditions and risks. This will enhance flood management and protect residential, commercial, and public facilities from flood hazards.