Flood recovery center opens in Monroe [Video]

MONROE, Conn. (WTNH) — A new recovery center in Monroe hopes to help people impacted by August’s devastating flooding.

The center, located inside the Monroe Police Department’s building, is for people and business owners who were affected.

“These centers are open so that individuals who suffered damage to their homes can qualify for $42,500 in aid to address structural damage,” U.S. Rep. Jim Himes (D-Conn.) said.

While the state is also offering $25,000 grants, Gov. Ned Lamont applauded the federal government for the larger bridge to recovery.

“They were here within weeks accessing the damage, making sure Connecticut almost immediately got that disaster declaration,” he said. “That puts us at the front of the line.”

FEMA has received more than 1,000 registrations and offered up to $3 million in assistance. Currently, 14 inspectors are making appointments with businesses and homeowners to see what’s needed.

Sip and Scoop in Monroe opened three weeks before the storm hit.

“The …