Media Release

For immediate release

05/25/2024

On May 24th, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed a disaster proclamation for Scott County as one of several Iowa Counties impacted by the recent severe weather. That proclamation allows grant assistance and case management services to be made available to affected residents for needs including: auto and home repairs, clothing, food and emergency housing. Individuals and families must meet income eligibility guidelines to qualify for the Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program. There are no income eligibility guidelines for case management assistance. 

**Potential applicants have 45 days from the date of the proclamation to submit a claim**

Individuals or families needing assistance can contact the following agencies: 

Iowa Individual Assistance Grant Program 

Forms are available online:

https://caeihelp.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/14343167172891-Disaster-Assistance

Application forms may also be obtained in person and submitted to: 

Community Action of Eastern Iowa 

500 E. 59th St. 

Davenport, IA 52806 

563-324-3236

 

Iowa Legal Aid

Residents impacted that experience legal issues (tenant-landlord disputes, employment disputes, etc.), insurance issues, or related questions can contact Iowa Legal Aid for assistance.

1-800-532-1275

https://www.iowalegalaid.org/

 

Please direct your local media inquiries to: 

 

Brian Payne

Director

Scott County Emergency Management Agency

(563) 484-3056 ( O )  |  [email protected]

 

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