The city responded with a comprehensive plan that was notable for the participation of a wide array of civic groups, schools, private interests and government agencies.

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City officials also called for a comprehensive plan for storm shelters that serve New Yorkers with special medical needs, as well as better coordination between state and local officials to ensure that the city has a steady supply of prescription drugs available after a debilitating storm.

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Breezy Point is working with the city's Office of Housing Recovery to possibly create a comprehensive plan for rebuilding, which would include several pre-approved prototype homes that residents could rebuild without going through the lengthy permitting process.

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