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FEMA Floodplain Changes Revised floodplain map for the City of Hugo may require some new homes to buy flood insurance The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) recently revised the floodplain map for the City of Hugo for the first time since 1982. Hugo Community Development Assistant Den- nis Fields informs us that hundreds of proper- ties have been removed from the floodplain, but some new areas have been added. Those homeowners whose properties have been added to the floodplain may be required to buy flood insurance that can cost as much as $2000 a year. There may be good news for these resi- dents — it is possible for their property to be in the floodplain, while their actual home is not YOU'REINVITER! Hugo Fire Department Annual Open House Saturday, October 2 11:00 a.m. — 3:00 p.m. Hugo Fire Hall 5323 140th Street North Tour the Fire Hall See the fire trucks and equipment up close Hot Dogs, Refreshments and Hugo Fireflies Bake Sale Admission is Free! affected. "If a property is in the floodplain, but not the house, the homeowner may not be re- quired to purchase flood insurance," Fields ex- plains. He encourages any homeowner who has been informed by their insurance or mortgage company that they must now carry flood insur- ance, or anyone who is unsure about whether or not they need flood insurance, to contact City Hall to determine their actual floodplain status. Fields adds, "In some cases we can provide information to the homeowner, which may eliminate the need to purchase additional insur- ance." In these cases, a Letter of Map Amend- ment (LOMA) can be submitted. An approved LOMA from FEMA would remove the manda- tory requirement to purchase flood insurance. For any questions regarding your floodplain status, contact City Hall at 651-762-6300. Parks a Recreation: From Page 4 The very popular Tot Time will return again this year, featuring riding toys, a castle jump, basketball, bowling and other exercise equip- ment designed for children ages 6 months to 6 years. (A separate area with age-appropriate play is provided for children up to two years old.) Tot Time will be held on Thursdays from 4:00-7:45 p.m. and Sundays from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. from November through March. Family Time, for children ages 7-12 will also be held at these times. Both Tot Time and Family Time require parental supervision and participation. Additional winter family programs are being planned, including the Third Annual Sledding Party at Oak Shore Park. For more information on the City s recreation programs, visit Hugo s website at www.ci.hugo. mn.us. For updates on upcoming programs and events, become a fan of the City of Hugo on facebook.