City of Minneapolis, MN North Side Tornado Recovery, 5 Jul 2011

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From YouTube: Northside Tornado Recovery Update

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07/05/11

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Hello: this is an update on the north side, tornado recovery efforts for the city of minneapolis today is tuesday july 5th, I'm gal bang. The city has approved an dollars additional funding to support neighborhood organizations in areas affected by the may 22nd tornado.

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The money is part of the rebuilding our communities fund. That's a two-year program specifically for the foul harrison jordan, mckinley weber, camden and willard haye neighborhoods. The funds will help build capacity for community-led recovery and rebuilding efforts.

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Meanwhile, the federal emergency management agency has decided not to approve individual assistance to residents and others affected by the tornado. The decision means there will not be any federal funds for residents and businesses in the tornado, damaged area. City leaders are disappointed, but will continue to cast a wide net to find additional sources of assistance.

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They've been working closely with all levels of government, non-profits, philanthropic organizations and others to help the north side recover we're making it easier for folks affected by the tornado to find information and resources on the city's website just go to www dot, ci dot, minneapolis, dot, m n dot. U s, slash tornado, you can see where to get help for housing, home repairs, legal help and more.

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You can also find these video updates there and remember. You can also follow the city on twitter or like the city on facebook, to get the latest information on the north side. Tornado recovery.