Facilitates tests and exercises to give local officials practice in directing coordinated operations under simulated emergenc
conditions.
Establishes a system to alert key local officials in the event of an emergency.
Coordinates and leads emergency communications planning. Secures all required equipment and exercises emergency
communications.
Serves as the community representative in dealing with other governmental and private organizations.
Coordinates public information programs to keep all residents of the community informed about emergency management
activities.
Coordinates with doctors, hospitals, and public/private sector medical personnel to develop emergency medical plans and
capabilities, as part of local emergency plans.
Establishes and maintains a shelter system including coordinating with City transportation resources.
Establishes and maintains an emergency public information system and trains personnel to use it.
Coordinates with the Red Cross and other volunteer groups to develop an emergency welfare capability to care for people
needing mass care as a result of any emergency.
Establishes and maintains relationships with industry to develop industrial emergency plans and capabilities in support of |
emergency plans.
Coordinates training and exercise programs to prepare emergency management personnel for emergency operations incle
all City divisions and employees involved in emergency management.
Assists local operating departments such as Police, Fire, and Public Works with their training needs.
Coordinates and participates in training programs for the public.
Assists in the establishment of mutual aid agreements to coordinate needed services, equipment, or other resources durin
emergency.
