“Milwaukee County residents have patiently awaited federal assistance to help them recover from the floods, but now it’s imperative that everyone has access to clear, accurate, and timely information to get the help they deserve,” said Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley. “The most important step today is applying for FEMA assistance, either online or by phone. FEMA Public Assistance Update:Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) and FEMA have concluded the PDA of public infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, parks, and municipal buildings. This process verified documented damage to determine if Public Assistance can be requested through a federal disaster declaration. However, at this time, the State is awaiting approval from the federal administration for Public Assistance and Hazard Mitigation grant funding.