Highlights:
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From July 22 to August 7, 2010, severe storms and flooding caused significant property damage in areas of Illinois.
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A federal disaster was declared on August 19, 2010, for selected areas in Illinois.
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The FDIC is encouraging banks to work constructively with borrowers experiencing difficulties beyond their control because of damage caused by the severe weather.
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Extending repayment terms, restructuring existing loans or easing terms for new loans, if done in a manner consistent with sound banking practices, can contribute to the health of the community and serve the long-term interests of the lending institution.
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The FDIC also will consider regulatory relief from certain filing and publishing requirements.
Distribution:
FDIC-Supervised Banks (Commercial and Savings) in Illinois
Suggested Routing:
Chief Executive Officer
Compliance Officer
Chief Lending Officer
Related Topics:
Lending
Investments
Publishing Requirements
Consumer Laws
Attachment:
Supervisory Practices Regarding Depository Institutions and Borrowers Affected by Severe Weather in Areas of Illinois - PDF (PDF Help)
Contact:
Assistant Regional Director John Poskonka at (312) 382-7520 or JPoskonka@fdic.gov or Assistant Regional Director David VanVickle at (312) 382-7551 or DVanVickle@fdic.gov.
Note:
FDIC financial institution letters (FILs) may be accessed from the FDIC's Web site at www.fdic.gov/news/news/financial/2010/index.html.
To receive FILs electronically, please visit http://www.fdic.gov/about/subscriptions/fil.html.
Paper copies of FDIC financial institution letters may be obtained through the FDIC's Public Information Center, 3501 Fairfax Drive, E-1002, Arlington, VA 22226 (1-877-275-3342 or 703-562-2200).
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