On January 9th a letter was sent to the Illinois Emergency Management Agency from FEMA. This letter concluded that the tornado that swept through Central Illinois on Nov 27th had done approximately 6.1 million dollars in damage. This is far below the thresh hold of 17.8 million dollars needed to qualify for aid. These thresholds are arbitrary, and while they may represent a good place to start, they should not be used in such a definitive manner.
The people of this area are the backbone of America. We are hard working, blue collar, middle class, tax paying Americans. If no relief from our Government will come now, then surely there is no time we will ever receive relief.
We urge that FEMA reconsider their decision to not grant aid to the area.
Sincerely
Washington Illinois