Preferred's United Way gift helps in flood recovery
NEW BERLIN – Preferred Mutual Insurance has gifted three local chapters of The United Way a total of $7,500 to aid in flood recovery in Chenango, Delaware and Otsego counties and in the greater Village of Sidney area.
The checks were presented to the three United Way directors during a luncheon recently in New Berlin.
According to Preferred’s corporate communications supervisor Kecia Burton, the donations were on behalf of the insurance company’s employees who wanted to provide relief after processing so many damage claims.
“We want to hear from you about more ways that we can help,” said Vice President of Human Resources Karlee Myers.
Sidney United Way Director Bob Weitzman assured Myers that a line of communication would remain open and thanked Preferred Mutual for the donation.
“There are many communities in need,” said Weitzman. “What you’ve done is going to help a lot of people.”
Chenango County United Way Director Elizabeth Monaco said the money received from Preferred Mutual would be re-distributed to individuals and businesses rebuilding or replacing damaged items. A list of those supported with the donation would be provided to Preferred for employees curious about the donations’ outcome.
According to Monaco, work and recovery continues following Tropical Storm Lee. Monaco explained that despite a countywide action plan implemented following the 2006 floods, there were still difficulties.
“We learned so much after 2006 ... We were able to convene our Chenango Recovery team ... knew the right questions to ask,” said Monaco. “There are still issues with determining the extent of the damage.”
The Chenango United Way distributed surveys recently to businesses and individuals to understand the extent of the damage, however many have not been filled out or returned.
“Many people are reluctant to tell us their needs,” she said. “FEMA is not always able to cover.”
For more information or to participate in the Chenango Area Recovery Team damage survey, visit chenangouw.org.
The checks were presented to the three United Way directors during a luncheon recently in New Berlin.
According to Preferred’s corporate communications supervisor Kecia Burton, the donations were on behalf of the insurance company’s employees who wanted to provide relief after processing so many damage claims.
“We want to hear from you about more ways that we can help,” said Vice President of Human Resources Karlee Myers.
Sidney United Way Director Bob Weitzman assured Myers that a line of communication would remain open and thanked Preferred Mutual for the donation.
“There are many communities in need,” said Weitzman. “What you’ve done is going to help a lot of people.”
Chenango County United Way Director Elizabeth Monaco said the money received from Preferred Mutual would be re-distributed to individuals and businesses rebuilding or replacing damaged items. A list of those supported with the donation would be provided to Preferred for employees curious about the donations’ outcome.
According to Monaco, work and recovery continues following Tropical Storm Lee. Monaco explained that despite a countywide action plan implemented following the 2006 floods, there were still difficulties.
“We learned so much after 2006 ... We were able to convene our Chenango Recovery team ... knew the right questions to ask,” said Monaco. “There are still issues with determining the extent of the damage.”
The Chenango United Way distributed surveys recently to businesses and individuals to understand the extent of the damage, however many have not been filled out or returned.
“Many people are reluctant to tell us their needs,” she said. “FEMA is not always able to cover.”
For more information or to participate in the Chenango Area Recovery Team damage survey, visit chenangouw.org.
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