Cooperating technical partners

The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) was awarded a $4.8 million cooperative agreement from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) program (CFDA #97.045) for the period of August 1, 2021 through September 30, 2025. The award will support DNRC's efforts to strengthen national preparedness and resilience through technical assistance and hazard mitigation planning to enhance the effectiveness of the National Flood Insurance Program. Specifically, DNRC will leverage its expertise and resources to provide flood risk data, mapping, and other floodplain management services to communities across Montana as they develop and implement flood mitigation strategies. The funding will aid DNRC's work with local jurisdictions to reduce long-term risk to people and property from flooding through land use planning, building codes, and infrastructure projects.