Binghamton NY Flood

Angela Skorko submitted a great suggestion to pressconnects that many people probably have not considered in the wake of the flooding in NY, Hurricane damage, or any other natural disaster past, present, or future.  


Many people are so busy trying to rebuild their personal property and lives that few probably consider the longer term impact these problems can be to the local economy.  Certainly FEMA, The Red Cross, and other organization & volunteers work hard to deliver relief to individuals who suffered loss during these events.


 However, Angela suggests that residents and neighbors from nearby communities could help in a very active way without dipping into their own savings for direct donations, or even volunteering an hour of their time....by simply buying goods and services from some local merchants in the areas touched touched by natural disaster.

I  have heard that my neighbors to the west (Vermont) really took a beating from the recent hurricane.  Maybe next weekend, I'll take the kids on a road trip to take a look at some of the road reconstruction that is taking place, making it a point to stop in for lunch with a local eatery.


Thanks for the great suggestion Angela!

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