An approved Request for Public Assistance initiates FEMA’s direct involvement with debris removal operations. Staffing at the Joint Field Office (JFO) includes the:

• PA Debris Task Force Leader (DTFL) to manage the debris operations.
• PAC Crew Leader to enable efficient processing of PA grants for the applicants.
• PA Debris Technical Specialist to address debris management issues and debris eligibility concerns for the applicants.
• PA Debris Monitoring Specialist to monitor and document debris removal activities for compliance with the rules and regulations for FEMA-funded activities.