Cooperating technical partners

The U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded a $550,000 Cooperative Agreement to the Texas Water Development Board under the Cooperating Technical Partners (CTP) Program (CFDA 97.045) on September 15, 2023. The CTP Program provides funding to support the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and enhance national preparedness and resilience against flooding hazards. Through this award, the Texas Water Development Board, a state government entity, will deliver a range of technical services to identify flood risks, develop flood hazard data and maps, increase public awareness, and inform mitigation planning and strategies. Key services to be provided include flood hazard mapping, geological assessments, hydrological monitoring, and development of mitigation strategies aligned with FEMA's Risk Mapping, Assessment and Planning (Risk MAP) initiative. The Texas Water Development Board frequently receives federal grants from FEMA and the Environmental Protection Agency to fund statewide flood prevention, water quality, and water infrastructure projects delivered through sub-awards to local governments.