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Mondays with the Mayor: July 8, 2024 Mayor Lynn Crawford

July 8, 2024: In this episode, Cynthia Cowell from the U.S. Small Business Administration discussed low-interest government loans for businesses and homeowners/renters and emphasized the importance of requesting reconsideration if denied. Terry Hermans and Elizabeth DiPaolo from FEMA explained that there is available assistance, including monetary support and flood mitigation, and they clarified that FEMA does not hire contractors. The Mayor and Village Manager, Ron Sena, addressed questions about damaged culverts, while Deputy Village Manager Michael Martinez discussed restoring water service in the Upper Canyon. Mayor Crawford outlined plans to boost tourism, highlighting the "Under a Mountain Sky" music series at Wingfield Park. Police Chief Lawrence Chavez reviewed the July 4th weekend activity, addressed the recent arrest of a new officer, and discussed improving the hiring process.