We traveled to Iowa to meet with local leaders and find ways to build resilience. View this email in your browser (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://mailchi.mp/floodcoalition/march-2024-member-newsletter?e=ce299d9426__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-10w9Ylfth$ ) https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://floodcoalition.org/__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-102fQrGBh$ Welcome to the American Flood Coalition’s monthly newsletter, where we provide flood resources, best practices, and more for our members. Read on for the latest updates from March. ** AFC connects 4 Iowa communities to build flood resilience ------------------------------------------------------------ https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://floodcoalition.org/2024/03/afc-connects-iowa-communities-flood-resilience/__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-10yU_bmBM$ We traveled to four cities in Iowa to connect with local leaders and find ways to build resilience. As part of our Iowa Flood Resilient Communities Cohort, we are helping these communities advance local flood projects and navigate the federal funding landscape. AFC IA blog post (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://floodcoalition.org/2024/03/afc-connects-iowa-communities-flood-resilience/__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-10yU_bmBM$ ) ** Through Blueprint, NC takes watershed-level approach to flooding ------------------------------------------------------------ https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://floodcoalition.org/2024/03/north-carolina-blueprint-watershed-flooding/__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-102PJbjC4$ The North Carolina Flood Resiliency Blueprint guides communities on how to make decisions and drive investments. AFC has brought together local leaders to increase awareness of the Blueprint and ensure their needs are reflected in its development. AFC NC blog post (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://floodcoalition.org/2024/03/north-carolina-blueprint-watershed-flooding/__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-102PJbjC4$ ) ** Welcoming Rep. Jennifer McClellan as a Federal Champion ------------------------------------------------------------ https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://floodcoalition.org/press/jennifer-mcclellan-press-release/__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-10xupCTq4$ AFC recognized Representative Jennifer McClellan (D-VA) as a Federal Champion for her leadership, public service, and commitment to finding solutions to challenges posed by flooding. AFC press release (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://floodcoalition.org/press/jennifer-mcclellan-press-release/__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-10xupCTq4$ ) ** What’s happening in Washington ------------------------------------------------------------ On March 22, Congress passed its second government funding package for Fiscal Year 2024. Comprising six distinct spending bills, the package concludes Congress's work to fund all federal agencies and programs through September 30, 2024. American Flood Coalition Action worked with Federal Champion Rep. Ashley Hinson (R-IA) to secure language that directs FEMA to report its progress on incorporating best available science and data, including both current and future flood hazards, into its flood maps. ** Upcoming deadlines ------------------------------------------------------------ NFWF National Coastal Resilience Fund The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s National Coastal Resilience Fund (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.nfwf.org/programs/national-coastal-resilience-fund/national-coastal-resilience-fund-2024-request-proposals__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-1084YF6gm$ ) supports projects that restore and strengthen natural infrastructure that protects coastal communities from storms, floods, and other natural hazards. The pre-proposal applications are due April 10. FWS Coastal Program The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Coastal Program (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/350418__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-10zcyMxSg$ ) provides technical and financial assistance to states, municipalities, tribes, individuals, and nonprofits to restore and protect fish and wildlife habitat on public and private lands. To receive funding in Fiscal Year 2024, apply by May 30. USACE Flood Plain Management Services Program The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Flood Plain Management Services Program (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.nae.usace.army.mil/Missions/Public-Services/Flood-Plain-Management-Services/__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-107P9u0nL$ ) provides communities with technical assistance for obtaining, developing, and interpreting flood data, and for planning and identifying ways to reduce flood risk. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and can be initiated by submitting a letter (sample letter (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.nae.usace.army.mil/portals/74/docs/PublicServices/FPMS.pdf__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-10_fNh9iv$ ) ) to your local USACE district’s planning office (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Locations/__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-102RlYtoj$ ) . ** Flood solutions in the news ------------------------------------------------------------ ** St. Pete City Council approves $7.8 million for Shore Acres flood mitigation project ------------------------------------------------------------ Bay News 9 (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2024/03/22/shore-acres-resiliency-project__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-102fNHKJ8$ ) https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://baynews9.com/fl/tampa/news/2024/03/22/shore-acres-resiliency-project__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-102fNHKJ8$ ** Plan on buying a home in NC soon? You’ll get more information about its flood history ------------------------------------------------------------ The News & Observer (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.newsobserver.com/news/business/real-estate-news/article286729180.html?tbref=hp__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-1007Lr7n-$ ) https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.newsobserver.com/news/business/real-estate-news/article286729180.html?tbref=hp__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-1007Lr7n-$ ** Annapolis proposes waterfront transformation to mitigate flood risk ------------------------------------------------------------ Fox45 (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://foxbaltimore.com/news/local/city-of-annapolis-proposing-waterfront-transformation-to-mitigate-flood-risk__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-10yG4h9Vm$ ) https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://foxbaltimore.com/news/local/city-of-annapolis-proposing-waterfront-transformation-to-mitigate-flood-risk__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-10yG4h9Vm$ ** We’re hiring! ------------------------------------------------------------ AFC has several open positions! Please share them with your networks: * Associate Government Relations Director (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://mcusercontent.com/ec9c20819838d6547c69401b2/files/2a931a8e-69b3-b842-1790-569a701a9f03/Associate_GR_Director_JD_1_.pdf__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-10713w4zA$ ) (Washington, DC) * Associate State Policy Director (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://mcusercontent.com/ec9c20819838d6547c69401b2/files/edc9f94e-4db9-67a3-4ad1-6d70ff83fd5d/Associate_State_Policy_Director_JD.pdf__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-105nOMEX-$ ) (Washington, DC) * Strategy Associate (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://mcusercontent.com/ec9c20819838d6547c69401b2/files/af3c4da6-6add-1a93-0939-36f3edb1649b/Strategy_Associate_Job_Description.pdf__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-104QrnZT3$ ) (Washington, DC) https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.facebook.com/AmericanFloodCoalition__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-100mNAQhh$ https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://twitter.com/floodcoalition__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-106mlBs19$ https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.linkedin.com/company/american-flood-coalition__;!!KOmxaIYkRmNA0A!Tt-eQB_HcD9ImcT0n_d-4weQvU3lgH4iVphLlq6Bgaoj-LdMTyQ75TiF81cMZAI-IV2lP5owOmP82o-10070VIBo$ Logo Copyright (C) 2024 American Flood Coalition. 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