"It seems like we're all on edge waiting for the next disaster, whether it be a potential pandemic, an unexpected storm, or an active shooter. As a result, today’s local government leader will be required to rethink and reimagine how to prepare for, respond to, and recover from the growing threat of disasters.
"All disaster types traumatize us individually and collectively. While challenging our resolve, they also seem to touch every part of our lives and bring us together in ways nothing else does. Yet, the public management professionals and agencies critical to response and recovery are often scattered across siloed bureaucracies. Regardless of the size of your community, a disaster is coming your way, and in its wake, creating a thriving, people-centered, resilient community will require a new perspective."
A recent article in ICMA's PM Magazine explored some of the concerns related to coordinating emergency/disaster response over a number of departments/offices..
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