Holding off is a personal decision, but it could result in unmade repairs and a delay in the region's rebuilding, said James Rivera, associate administrator for SBA disaster assistance.

WSJ: Aid Shows Sandy's Reach

On the call, a number of Governors offered assistance to states that had more severe impacts and the President directed Administrator Fugate to make sure FEMA was providing any and all assistance they could to support the movement of these resources from state to state.

WHITEHOUSE: Readout of the President��s Call with Governors and Mayors

Initiative Executive Director Robin Schepper, White House Office of Public Engagement and Intergovernmental Affairs Associate Director Charlie Galbraith, USDA Deputy Administrator for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Lisa Pino, and IHS Director for Improving Patient Care Program Lyle A. Ignace M.

WHITEHOUSE: The White House

Obviously I think you all understand that the SBA administrator I think today outlined -- well, I know today -- outlined a program for providing assistance to those that -- largely fishermen that as a result of the spill and the closures that have been involved that have -- that it will greatly impact their business at an important time for their livelihood.

WHITEHOUSE: Press Briefing