Columbia County has opened a disaster recovery center

By Noah Walker

Lake City, Fl., – On Wednesday, September 13th, 2023, the Columbia County Disaster Recovery Center will open for service to citizens of Columbia County.

The location of the Disaster Recover Center will be in the former Lake City Reporter Building at 180 E Duval St, Lake City, FL 32055. The center will be open 9:00AM to 7:00PM, seven days per week.

      The Disaster Recovery Center will act as a centralized hub for services and government entities to work with residents toward full restoration from the effects of Hurricane Idalia. Housed within the center will be several entities offering a variety of services including but not limited to the following:

·       Department of Children and Families- Providing Hope Navigators and Crisis Counseling agency for disabilities

·       FEMA-Answering questions and providing resource connection for residents

·       Department of Elder Affairs- Providing representation and resources for the elderly

·       Department of Veteran Affairs- Providing resources connection for veterans

·       Legal Services of North Florida- Providing a rotation of legal representation and resources

About Columbia County:

Located in the heart of North Florida, Columbia County prides itself on its rich history, natural beauty, and strong community. The Board of County Commissioners meets on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month in the Columbia County School Board Administrative Complex Auditorium. For more information about Columbia County, visit our website: www.columbiacountyfla.com