The Plymouth City Council took action to assist those affected with flood damage with cleanup efforts.
A resolution was passed Monday night that moves $100,000 within the Motor Vehicle Highway Fund into contractual services for relief efforts. Street Department Superintendent Jim Marquardt said residents and businesses suffering damage from the flood should separate drywall, carpeting and wood items from electronics and appliances and place it in an area to be picked up. Chemicals will be under the jurisdiction of the Solid Waste District. The debris will be picked up by members of the street department and disposed of as necessary.
It was noted that this service will be for flood victims. Victims are encouraged to register for assistance through 2-1-1 and it will be monitored by the street department. Registration will also help in gathering data for federal disaster relief.
This debris removal assistance will be available for four weeks, but it may be extended if needed. The council members will get an update on the progress at their next meeting on Monday, March 12. Marquardt said he’ll be in contact with Marshall County EMA Director Clyde Avery and the Marshall County Solid Waste District in order to keep things moving smoothly.
The city council members commended the efforts of all departments involved in the call to respond and how the community gathered together to help each other. The countless volunteers were also thanked for their contribution to the response and now recovery.
