Knowledge Base

(updated as of May 27, 2025)

The following steps must be completed before Lasting Manatee launches its specific recovery programs:

1. January to May 2025 – Unmet Needs Assessment is compiled from FEMA and SBA datasets, consultations with County Partners and municipalities, as well as survey data from Manatee County residents and businesses.
   
2. May 21, 2025 (Present Phase) – Lasting Manatee (CDBG-DR)’s Draft Action Plan is published for an official 30-day comment period with a minimum of two public hearings. Click here to view and comment on the Draft Action Plan.
   
3. June 2025 – Request For Proposal (RFP) is posted for bid solicitation. Contracts may be finalized after approximately 120 days.
   
4. June 30, 2025 – Finalized Action Plan will be submitted to US Dept of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for review.
   
5. August 2025 – Lasting Manatee (CDBG-DR) Financial Certifications are submitted to HUD.
   
6. Fall 2025 – HUD approves Action Plan. HUD approves Financial Certifications.
   
7. Late Fall to Early Winter 2025 – HUD sends Grant Agreement to Lasting Manatee (CDBG-DR). Grant Agreement then goes before the Board of County Commissioners at the next available meeting, and is next returned to HUD.
   
8. Late Fall to Early Winter 2025 – HUD confirms that Grant Agreement is executed, and programs are launched for implementation.
   
9. January 2026 – Lasting Manatee (CDBG-DR) begins application processes for individual assistance and infrastructure projects.