No money for the less fortunate, isn't that the way it always is?

So President Bush declared a Major Disaster in Connecticut on May 11th confirming aid for those who probably need it the least.

Governor Rell's press release explained who would get the aid as follows:
"local governments and certain non-profit agencies in Fairfield and Litchfield counties will be eligible for reimbursement of part of the costs they incurred to cope with the storm and its aftermath. In addition all counties in the state are eligible for grants under the Hazard Mitigation program, which pays for actions to prevent or reduce long-term risks to life and property from natural hazards."

Don't get me wrong businesses and municipalities do need the help to fix up streets, bridges, facilities, etc. that were damaged by the flood but they have special insurance that they can afford while individuals need the aid too. I am glad to see that Governor Rell isn't letting this issue go as she has requested and begun the process of appealing for more assistance from the federal government for individuals.

Governor Rell's press release stated:
“I very much appreciate the assistance this declaration will provide for the people of Connecticut"....“I am asking the state Department of Emergency Management and Homeland Security to prepare to appeal this portion of the decision,” Governor Rell said. “Inspectors from the Federal Emergency Management Agency counted more than $31 million in private losses from the storm. In fact, private losses made up the vast majority of the more than $43 million FEMA estimated the storm had cost Connecticut. What these homeowners need right now is assistance in putting things right again in their own homes.”

Good job Governor Rell for not forgetting about the less fortunate, a large percentage of which live in Danbury.