File #: 21-1033   
Status: Agenda Ready
In control: County Commission
Agenda Date: 5/18/2021 Final action: 5/18/2021
Title: HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE - COMMISSIONER RYAN ACTION: (T-4:47 PM) Commissioner Ryan noted that many homeowners are concerned about their homeowners insurance and windstorm coverage as we approach Hurricane Season, and that many homeowners experience insurance cancellations and increased costs. Commissioner Ryan asked County Administrator Bertha Henry to look into some assistance relative to bringing it to the attention of our federal lobbyists and Congressional Delegation. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.) In response to Commissioner Ryan, Mayor Geller commented that he has testified to Congress as to a National Cap Fund, and commented on the crisis that we face with the insurance industry. Mayor Geller agreed with Commissioner Ryan, further noting that there should be a National Windstorm Fund. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)
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HOMEOWNERS INSURANCE - COMMISSIONER RYAN

 

ACTION:  (T-4:47 PM)  Commissioner Ryan noted that many homeowners are concerned about their homeowners insurance and windstorm coverage as we approach Hurricane Season, and that many homeowners experience insurance cancellations and increased costs. Commissioner Ryan asked County Administrator Bertha Henry to look into some assistance relative to bringing it to the attention of our federal lobbyists and Congressional Delegation.  (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)

 

In response to Commissioner Ryan, Mayor Geller commented that he has testified to Congress as to a National Cap Fund, and commented on the crisis that we face with the insurance industry.  Mayor Geller agreed with Commissioner Ryan,  further noting that there should be a National Windstorm Fund. (Refer to minutes for full discussion.)