U.S. Rep Gregory W. Meeks Statement on the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Award of $13 Million to Goldie Maple Academy in Far Rockaway

U.S. Rep Gregory W. Meeks Statement on the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Award of $13 Million to Goldie Maple Academy in Far Rockaway

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Gregory Meeks released the following statement regarding the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s award of over $13 million to help repair Goldie Maple Academy in Far Rockaway, New York:

“I welcome the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s award of over $13 million to help repair the Goldie Maple Academy. The severe damage caused by Super Storm Sandy flooded the Academy with over four feet of water. Every classroom was affected by flooding and sinkholes formed around the building further complicating efforts to rehabilitate the structure. The funds provided by FEMA are being used to demolish and replace the Academy’s wood stage, remove and replace plumbing and drainage equipment, replace the fire protection sprinkler system, and replace the electrical and power distribution equipment throughout the building including switches, fuses, feeders, lights, light fixtures, and the fire alarm system. The award is also being used to improve the Academy’s resiliency and harden structurally significant vulnerabilities in the event of future flooding.

“I especially would like to thank Administrator Craig Fugate for prioritizing this investment not only in Goldie Maple Academy, but in the future of our community’s most valued and prized assets, our youth. This award improves the condition of Goldie Maple Academy, and the resources ensure that future storms never jeopardize the quality of our school’s education, or the safety of our children.”

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