Preparedness - Response - Recovery - Mitigation

Each municipality must have an assigned Emergency Management Coordinator and Deputy.

Every municipality and county in the state is required by law to have an approved emergency management plan. The plan considers all aspects of emergency services. The Local Emergency Planning Council (LEPC) identifies which hazards endanger their community and plan accordingly. LEPCs usually consist of traditional emergency personnel such as police, fire, and EMS, as well as non-traditional emergency personnel such as Health Department, Public Works, Engineering or Building Department, Administrative and Finance personnel.

The Municipal Emergency Management Coordinator is responsible for planning, activating, coordinating, and conducting emergency management operations within the municipality. If the Municipal Emergency Management Coordinator determines that a disaster has occurred or is imminent, they shall declare a state of local disaster emergency in the municipality. In accordance with regulations set by the State Director of Emergency Management, the Municipal Emergency Management Coordinator is authorized to issue and enforce any necessary orders to carry out emergency management operations and protect the health, safety, and resources of the municipality's residents. The County Emergency Management Coordinator shall be promptly notified of the state of local disaster emergency declaration and any actions taken. Additionally, the Emergency Management Coordinator shall carry out any other duties required by statute as needed.