Schumer, Gillibrand Announce Over $5 Million In Federal Sandy-Relief Funding For Long Island Beaches, Including Replacement Of Long Beach Dune Walkovers & Permanent Repairs Throughout Hard-Hit Jones Beach

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U.S. Senators Charles E. Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand today announced over $5 million in federal Sandy relief funding for Long Island. Specifically, $4.1 million in federal funding will be provided to the city of Long Beach to replace city-owned dune overwalks and mobi-mats (beach access mats) damaged in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy. In addition, over $1 million in federal funding will be provided to Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation for permanent work of the Jones Beach State Park in Wantagh, which was damaged in the aftermath of Superstorm Sandy. The funding is being provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Public Assistance program.

"Long Island's much loved beaches like Long Beach and Jones Beach State Park were seriously destroyed by Superstorm Sandy and are in need of repairs," said Senator Schumer. "This federal funding will help make sure that local taxpayers are not on the hook entirely for these expenses and I am pleased to announce this necessary funding."

"These long-awaited federal funds are a welcome relief for Long Island beaches," said Senator Gillibrand. "As communities continue to recover from Superstorm Sandy, these FEMA funds will help ensure that local residents are not stuck footing the bill alone for damages caused by the storm. Restoring the Jones Beach State Park and Long Beach, will boost the area's economy and enables families throughout the area to enjoy for generations to come."

"Our beach is a very important part of our city; it is where we spend countless hours of enjoyment and relaxation and is essential in driving our local economy. After the storm, the city worked tirelessly to restore beach access. We sincerely thank Senators Schumer and Gillibrand for their continued support, helping us rebuild stronger, smarter, and safer," said City Councilwoman Eileen J. Goggin.

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