A devastating series of storms hit parts of Berks County in July 2023 that left several hundred families in need of help. In response, the Antietam Valley Long Term Recovery Group was been formed, chaired by the Rev. David Duquette, pastor of the Pennside Presbyterian Church, Reading. The mission of the Antietam Valley Long Term Recovery Group (AVLTRG) was to provide county wide disaster recovery coordination In Berks County, PA to survivors that were affected by the flooding of July, 9, 2023. This was done by sharing information, simplifying resident access to services, and jointly resolving cases with disaster-caused recovery needs.
Member Agencies Included:
- Pennside Presbyterian Church, Reading PA
- Lutheran Congregational Services/Liberty Lutheran
- PA Southeast Conference, United Church of Christ
- Antietam Valley Community Partnership
AVLTRG has successfully provided these services:
- Construction cost assessments
- Construction Supervision
- Rebuilding and replacement of mechanical equipment
- Volunteer Coordination
- Materials purchase and storage
Recently the AVLTRG completed its work, with remaining cases transferred to the Antietam Valley Community Partnership.
Here is a link to a news story about our work.
Here is a link to another story about our work in relation to the PA Disaster Recovery Assistance Program (DRAP). Here is the link to the complete News Conference.
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Some volunteers are still needed to help with construction. There is a Construction Project Manager on site to guide and support as needed. Materials and tools are available. Most projects are being handled in a day’s commitment. To volunteer or to get more information, contact: Sharon Sgriccia at berksrecoveryvolunteers@gmail.com.