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Benton County provides update on Disaster Relief- June 3

June 3, 2024

FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration are accepting applications for federal disaster funds.   relief.bentoncountyar.gov New Update – SBA Business Recovery Center The U.S. Small Business Administration will open a Business Recovery Center on Tuesday, June 4. At the center, people can apply for low-interest federal disaster loans. Where: World Trade Center 3300 S Market St, Suite 400, Rogers Hours: Mondays- Fridays 8A – 5P & Saturdays 8A – 1P Loans are available to businesses of all sizes, private nonprofit organizations, and homeowners. Please review the letters from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for more information.   ·       English ·       Spanish   Please visit sba.gov/disaster to apply for SBA assistance online. Relief Information Recap FEMA The Federal Government has approved a request for a Major Disaster Declaration in Benton County. Apply for FEMA Assistance If you have insurance (such as flood, homeowners, renters, auto, or other types...

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Benton County provides update on Disaster Relief- May 31

May 31, 2024

President approves federal disaster declaration for Benton County. The Benton County relief website has information on how to apply for FEMA and U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Loans. relief.bentoncountyar.gov New Update – FEMA The Federal Government has approved a request for a Major Disaster Declaration in Benton County. The Major Disaster Declaration will provide the following federal assistance to Benton County residents affected by the May 26 storms: If you have insurance (such as flood, homeowners, renters, auto, or other types of insurance), please file a claim with your insurance provider as soon as possible. You do not have to file your claim prior to applying for FEMA disaster assistance, but you will be required to provide FEMA with your insurance settlement or denial before being considered for certain types of assistance. Apply for FEMA Assistance New Update – SBA Disaster Loans Low-interest federal disaster loans are now available...

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Benton County provides update on disaster relief – Thursday, May 30

According to the National Weather Service, seven confirmed tornados and strong winds damaged property in Benton County on May 26. Benton County Disaster Relief Benton County has compiled all disaster relief information into one website. We encourage people to visit this site for information on how to report structural damage, debris removal, community resources, and county facility closures. This website will be regularly updated with new information. Please check this site frequently for updates. Suspended Personal Property Assessment Deadline       Today, Governor Sarah Sanders signed an executive order allowing Benton County and other storm-affected counties to suspend the 10% penalties for a late personal property or business assessment until June 30, 2024. The original deadline was May 31, 2024. Community Resources Two flyers, available in English and Spanish, have been newly added to the Disaster Relief Community Resources section. These downloadable resources detail how to separate debris piles, debris public...

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Benton County provides update on disaster relief – Wednesday, May 29

May 29, 2024

According to the National Weather Service, six confirmed tornados and strong winds damaged property in Benton County on May 26. Benton County Disaster Relief Benton County has compiled all disaster relief information into one website. We encourage people to visit this site for information on how to report structural damage, debris removal, community resources, and county facility closures. This website will be regularly updated with new information. Please check this site frequently for updates.   Benton County Debris Cleanup The Benton County Fairgrounds North Parking Lot, located off Hwy 279/S Vaughn Road, will be open to the public for vegetative debris drop-off from 12 PM to 8 PM on Wednesday, May 29. After May 29, the drop-site will be open from 7 AM to 7 PM, Monday – Saturday until further notice. The Benton County Decatur Road Yard, located at 200 Spavinaw Ave, will be open to the public...

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Benton County opens vegetative debris drop site

The North Parking Lot of the Benton County Fairgrounds will be open for the public to drop-off vegetative debris only. Benton County Debris Drop Site The Benton County Fairgrounds North Parking Lot, located off Hwy 279/S Vaughn Road, will be open to the public for vegetative debris drop-off from 12 PM to 8 PM on Wednesday, May 29. After May 29, the drop-site will be open from 7 AM to 7 PM, Monday – Saturday until further notice. The public can bring vegetative debris to this drop site, including: root balls, logs, tree branches, leaves, and brush. No other debris will be accepted at this time. Construction and demolition (C&D) debris will not be accepted. C&D debris includes but is not limited to roofing, fences, drywall, furniture, etc. Mixed loads of debris will not be accepted. This site is for public-use only.   Benton County Debris Cleanup Maps

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  • Important Locations

    Administration Building

    215 E. Central Ave.
    Bentonville, AR
    72712

    County Courthouse

    100 NE A St.
    Bentonville, AR 72712

    Rogers Office

    2111 W Walnut St.
    Rogers, AR 72756

    Public Services Building

    1209 W. Walnut
    Rogers, AR 72756

    County Road Department

    1204 SW 14th Street,
    Suite 6
    Bentonville, AR 72712

    Public Service Building

    1204 SW 14th St.
    Bentonville, AR 72712

    Historic Building

    306 NW 2nd St.
    Bentonville, AR 72712

    Veteran Services

    1204 SW 14th Street,
    Suite 8
    Bentonville, AR 72712

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