Schumer, Gillibrand, And Israel Announce Federal Grant To Improve Boat Access To Town Dock In North Hempstead

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Senators Charles Schumer (D-NY), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) and Congressman Steve Israel (D-Huntington) announced a $4,142,815.50 federal grant for the Town of North Hempstead to repair damage caused more than two years ago by Superstorm Sandy. This Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance grant will be used to remove sediment buildup in the bay around North Hempstead Town Dock and help increase boat access to the dock.

"The Town of North Hempstead's shoreline was hit hard by Superstorm Sandy, resulting in a large amount of sediment that blocked the navigable channel leading to the Town Dock," said Senator Schumer. "This federal investment will help fund the removal needed without leaving local taxpayers entirely on the hook for these expenses."

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