Terri Sewell announces $5.8 million DRA funding for tornado repair in Selma, York

Selma and York have received $5.8 million in funding from Delta Regional Authority (DRA) to help with continuing disaster repairs from the tornado of January 2023. 

“The Delta Regional Authority is pleased to invest nearly $6 million to the cities of Selma and York through our Supplemental Disaster Recovery Funding program,” said Dr. Corey Wiggins, DRA Federal Co-Chairman.

“With this investment, both cities can accelerate progress being made toward recovery efforts that have gone unfinished within their communities for too long, strengthening their public infrastructure and preparedness for future weather-related events.”

Selma was granted $4 million to address drainage failure and road damage along with any other infrastructure needs. 

York received $1.8 million to repair and upgrade its sanitary and storm sewer system. 

“Today’s announcement is a major victory for the Cities of Selma and York as we work to not only rebuild, but to better withstand future storms,” said Sewell.

“By repairing and modernizing sewer systems, strengthening drainage, and addressing long-standing road vulnerabilities, this $5.8 million investment will help prevent future damage and protect our neighborhoods when severe weather strikes. I want to personally thank the former Biden Administration as well as Dr. Corey Wiggins for their steadfast commitment to the Black Belt.”