New York, N.Y., Dec. 11, 2012 -- FEMA Individual Assistance Applicant Services Program Specialists and Small Business Administration specialists, assist local residents with their applications for assistance after a town hall meeting held at public school 277, to discuss issues surrounding the Gerritson Beach community. Residents who have not yet applied for assistance and were impacted by Hurricane Sandy are encouraged to apply for assistance. Jocelyn Augustino/FEMA