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3 <br />The FIRM panels have been computer -generated. Once the FIRM and FIS report are printed and <br />distributed, the digital files containing the flood hazard data for the entire county can be provided to your <br />community for use in a computer mapping system. These files can be used in conjunction with other <br />thematic data for floodplain management purposes, insurance purchase and rating requirements, and many <br />other planning applications. Copies of the digital files or paper copies of the FIRM panels may be <br />obtained by calling our FEMA Map Information eXchange (FMIX), toll free, at 1-877-FEMA-MAP <br />(1-877-336-2627). In addition, your community may be eligible for additional credits under our <br />Community Rating System if you implement your activities using digital mapping files. <br />If your community is encountering difficulties in enacting the necessary floodplain management measures <br />required to continue participation in the NFIP, we urge you to call the Director, Federal Insurance and <br />Mitigation Division of FEMA in Chicago, Illinois, at (312) 408-5500 for assistance. If you have any <br />questions concerning mapping issues in general or the enclosed Summary of Map Actions, please call our <br />FMIX at the telephone number shown above. Additional information and resources your community may <br />find helpful regarding the NFIP and floodplain management, such as The National Flood Insurance <br />Program Code of Federal Regulations, Answers to Questions About the NFIP, Frequently Asked <br />Questions Regarding the Effect that Revised Flood Hazards have on Existing Structures, Use of Flood <br />Insurance Study (FIS) Data as Available Data, and National Flood Insurance Program Elevation <br />Certificate and Instructions, can be found on our website at http://www.floodmaps.fema.gov/lfd. Paper <br />copies of these documents may also be obtained by calling our FMIX. <br />Sincerely, <br />Luis Rodriguez, P.E., Chief <br />Engineering Management Branch <br />Federal Insurance and Mitigation Administration <br />Enclosure: <br />Final Summary of Map Actions <br />cc: Community Map Repository <br />Chris Anderson, Community Floodplain Administrator/Environmental Coordinator, City of Ramsey <br />