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STATE OF WASHINGTON
COUNTY OF JEFFERSON
Adoption of the }
Jefferson County -City of Port Townsend }
Emergency Management Plan } RESOLUTION NO. 60 -05
WHEREAS, Chapter 38.52.070 RCW directs each political subdivision of the State of
Washington to establish a local organization for emergency management, and to develop a plan
as to how the jurisdiction will carry out a coordinated program of disaster mitigation,
preparedness, response, and recovery; and
WHEREAS, the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management was established
for that purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Jefferson County Emergency Management Plan was developed by the
Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management in accordance with the requirements of
Chapter 38.52.070 RCW; and
WHEREAS, the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management is responsible
for maintaining currency of the Emergency Management Plan and program to assure effective
implementation in an emergency, and will make those modifications as needed to component
parts of the plan, including annexes;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOL VED, that the Jefferson County Emergency
Management Plan is hereby approved and adopted by the Board of County Commissioners, and
repeals and replaces the plan adopted by Resolution No. 80 -96 approved on September 16, 1996;
and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the plan shall be distributed to all County Offices and
Departments, and that they be encouraged to become familiar with the contents and be prepared
to discharge their special emergency duties defined in the plan.
ADOPTED this 19th day of September, 2005.
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QUICK REFERENCE
This plan defines emergency management, and is a guide for a coordinated program of disaster mitigation,
preparedness, response, and recovery.
The plan defines roles and responsibilities for coordinated response to an emergency.
Partner agencies develop internal emergency plans that detail how they will perform disaster roles, and how
they will coordinate.
The Department of Emergency Management orchestrates community preparedness planning and training to
assure readiness.
The emergnecy management system is activated by county or city authorities as needed to respond to a
major incident or threatening emergency.
The Emergency Operations Center becomes the primary location for overall coordination. The City
Command Center coordinates city resources.
An Incident Management Team is assembled as needed to coordinate. The team is made up of
representatives of the involved disciplines.
Mutual aid from adjacent jurisdictions is called if additional assistance is needed.
A local declaration of emergency activates emergency response and support resources. The personnel,
services, facilities, and equipment of county and city government become part of the emergency response
according to plan.
If there is major damage, the Governor may declare an emergency and provide state assistance, usually in
the form of National Guard resources.
An assessment of the scope of damage is conducted and reported to the Governor. Depending on the
degree of damage, the Governor may request a disaster declaration be made by the President.
A Federal declaration activates provisions of Federal disaster relief which aids local government in restoring
critical facilities and services, and helps individuals and families who suffered damage.
Additional non - government relief and recovery resources are activated to assist in immediate disaster
assistance and restoration of the community.
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CONTENTS
LETTER OF PROMULGATION
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM STRATEGY
RECORD OF CHANGES
TAB 1: Section 1 — EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
TAB 2: Section 2 — BASIC PLAN AND PROGRAM
Part 2 -A — Emergency roles and responsibilities
TAB 3: Section 3— INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
Part 3 -A — Warning and Alert
Attachment 3 -A -1 — Emergency Alert System (EAS)
Part 3 -B — Communications Coordination
. Part 3 -C — Emergency Public Information and News Media Relations
Attachment 3 -C -1 — Joint Information Center (JIC)
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Part 3 -D — Incident Safety Plan (future)
TAB 4: Section 4 — OPERATIONS
Part 4 -A — Law Enforcement
Attachment 4 -A -1 — Search and Rescue
Part 4 -B — Fire and Emergency Medical Services
Part 4 -C — Public Health
Part 4 -D — Public Works and Engineering
Part 4 -E — Coroner
TAB 5: Section 5 — PLANS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
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Part 5 -A — Damage Assessment
Attachment 5 -A -1 — Public Entity Damage Reporting
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Part 5 -B — Incident Action Planning (reserved for future use)
TAB 6: Section 6 —LOGISTICS AND MATERIEL SUPPORT
Part 6 -A — Mass Care and Shelter
Part 6 -B — Resource Ordering
Part 6 -C —Volunteer Management
Part 6 -D — Military Support to Local Government
TAB 7: Section 7 —FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
Part 7 -A — Cost Documentation and Reporting
Part 7 -B — Mutual Aid Reimbursement Procedures
TAB 8: ADDENDA
Part 8 -A — Authorities and References
Part 8 -B — Cross reference to the State CEMP
SPart 8 -C — Acronyms and Glossary of Terms
Part 8 -D — Plan Distribution List
Part 8 -E — Interlocal Agreement for Emergency Management
SPECIAL SUBJECTS (these documents are published separately)
AnnexA — Terrorism (Note: exempt from public disclosure)
Annex B — Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Plan
Annex C — Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan
Annex D — Disaster Recovery Plan
Annex E — Radiological Materials Incident Emergency Response Plan
Annex F — Government Business Continuity Plan
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TABLES AND ILLUSTRATIONS
Section 1
Figure 1 -1 — County Government Organization Chart
Figure 1 -2 — City Government Organization Chart
Figure 1 -3 — Relationship to Other Emergency Plans and Procedures
Section 2
Figure 2 -1 — Disaster Declaration Sequence
Figure 2 -2 — Primary Lines of Coordination
Section 3
Figure 3 -1 — Incident Management Team
Figure 3 -2 — Warning Schematic
Figure 3 -3 — Disaster Communications Schematic
Section 4
Figure 4 -1 — Fire /EMS Resources in Jefferson County
Section 5
Figure 5 -1 — Damage Assessment Process (Earthquake scenario)
Figure 5 -2 — Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) Timeline
Figure 5 -3 — Incident Planning Cycle
Figure 5-4 — Entities Eligible for Post- Disaster Public Assistance Program
Section 6
Figure 6 -1 — Resource Order Form (JCDEM Form 6 -01)
Section 7
None
Section 8
None
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Jefferson County Robert W. Hamlin, Program Manager
Department of Emergency Management
81 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock, WA 98339
Phone: 360.385.9368 - Fax: 360.385.9376 - jcdem @cojaHarson.wa.us
24 hours: 360.385.3831 (+1)
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM STRATEGY
VISION: The Department of Emergency Management is a recognized partner in the public safety spectrum
with the duty to plan and coordinate a program of emergency management, and to fully engage the larger
community toward that end.
MISSION: To ready Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend to respond to the needs of those in
peril in times of disaster, and to lessen the menace of major loss or damage through coordination of
disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
GOAL: Operative use of the joint Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan as the program
baseline.
OBJECTIVES:
A. Maximization of resources and coordination through planning and training.
B. Promotion of vigorous participation by county and city resources and partner organizations.
C. Consistent operational readiness.
D. Appropriate visibility and a positive voice regarding the mission.
E. Advancement of this department as a core constituent in the business of government.
Continuing professional development and innovation in the furtherance of these objectives.
Robert W. Hamlin
Program Manager
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RECORD OF CHANGES
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PLAN HOLDERS: To maintain a current plan, changes will be issued
periodically. Please make the changes UPON RECEIPT, and record them on this page. It a previous
change number shows no entry, you may not have an up to date version of the plan.
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SECTION 1
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This is the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan required by law. It is a macro -view of how
the responsibilities for emergency management will be carried out, and the basis for developing the detailed
procedures to make the best use of local, state, and federal resources when the community is in peril.
A first step in the evolution of this plan was a Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment
(HIVA) describing known natural and technological hazards that could impact lives, property, economy, and
the environment. This overview helped rate the risks, determine vulnerability, develop emergency plans and
strategies, and organize resources.
Consistent with the hazards identified in the HIVA, each political subdivision in the state is directed to
set up a disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery capability'. The Department of
Emergency Management was established for that purpose, and serves Jefferson County and the City of Port
Townsend.'
The Department of Emergency Management is staffed to carry out the program. Emergency
Management services are provided to the City by agreement. The local Emergency Management system is
augmented by county and city departments, personnel and facilities when needed .3 A cadre of trained
volunteers provides valuable support. A Program Manager is responsible for day -to -day operations and
Is activation of the plan when needed.
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (CEMP) ( see Figure 1 -3) is developed and
maintained by the Department of Emergency Management as overall program guidance. The Basic Plan
provides a broad concept of operations, and the sub -parts provide additional detail.
The Jefferson County CEMP is consistent with state and national programs, and recognizes and
adopts the standards and practices of the National Incident Management System (NIMS). The Incident
Command System (ICS), a part of NIMS, is used for coordination at all levels. ICS allows agencies to work
effectively and efficiency together.
Emergency response agencies and several private sector support organizations are part of the
emergency management system either by statutory responsibility, agreement, memorandum of
understanding, or other such instrument. The participant agencies develop internal plans and procedures
IRCW 38.52. 010
2Figures 1 -1 and 1 -2 show county and city government organization.
'Jefferson County and City of Port Townsend Joint Agreement for Emergency Management.
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that define how they will carry out their emergency assignments according to the CEMP."
The Emergency Operations Center (EOC)' in Port Hadlock is the central location for overall direction
and control of concurrent operations. City Command, located at the Port Townsend Fire Station, is where
the City of Port Townsend manages city resources during emergency operations. For multiple
simultaneous incidents, or to oversee the management of a very large cross - boundary event, the EOC is
"Area Command" with City representation at the Unified Command level. Should operations only involve the
City, the EOC may activate in a support role, or provide a representative at the City Command to assure
interoperability.
An Incident Management Team (IMT), coordinated by an EOC Director and made up of
representatives from participating disciplines, provides central oversight from the primary EOC. For multi -
jurisdiction or complex incidents, the concept of Unified Command is applied to assure representation.
The plan can be activated in degrees depending on the location, nature, and scope of the emergency.
The Department of Emergency Management can tailor activation of the system, and adjust staffing as
needed.
A declaration of emergency by the elected heads of government activates certain emergency powers,
commands full activation of the emergency management system, and permits special budget actions to
take place. The declaration is made by adoption of an ordinance or resolution'. An emergency resolution
made by the Board of County Commissioners includes the city.
The Emergency Operations Guide and the Emergency Action Checklists support the CEMP as a
step -by -step aid to activation and operations, and provide the details by which plans will be executed.
When an emergency occurs, the required components of the Incident Management Team are assembled at
the EOC. Each of the IMT sections has input on overall strategy. For major events, an Incident Action
Plan may be developed.
Initial response to life threatening emergencies is carried out by local agencies according to their
standing orders, augmented by mutual aid. The EOC provides broad scale coordination of the complex of
public and private entities needed to meet community needs. The EOC also coordinates warning and
emergency public information to assure communication between authorities and the public.
As the immediate threat to life is relieved, the effect on health and safety is evaluated and steps are
taken to meet critical unmet needs. This may include opening community mobilization centers, and
establishing shelters and other assistance and mass care services.
°See Figure 1 -3 — Relationship to Other Plans and Procedures
'To avoid possible confusion and mis- communication there is only one EOC in Jefferson County.
City Command is the emergency coordination point for City resources.
6See Figure 1-4 - Sample Declaration of Disaster
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A preliminary assessment is conducted estimating damage to public facilities and the impact on
homes and businesses. Rough loss estimates are reported to the state Emergency Management Division
and combined with other impacted jurisdictions. Should there be considerable damage, the Governor may
ask the President for a national disaster declaration which allows certain federal resources to assist with
relief and recovery. Local, state, and federal teams then conduct a more detailed estimate of the impact.
As long -term recovery begins, a joint Recovery Committee is organized to coordinate community -wide
disaster restoration. The Department of Emergency Management provides staff and expertise to the
Recovery Committee and liaison with state and federal recovery authorities.
The Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan is reviewed annually and updated to meet current
conditions. A full revision is required every three years. Changes are distributed to all plan holders as they
occur. Regular training, drills and exercises, based on this plan and coordinated by the Department of
Emergency Management, assure that the Plan can be implemented when an emergency occurs.
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HEARING
EXAMINER
Community
Development
Planning
Building
Development Review
COUNTY
ADMINISTRATOR
Strategic Planning
Public Information
Public Safety/Security
Risk Management
Emergency
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WSU Cooperative
Extension
Learning Center
Youth Development
Conservation
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Roads
Solid Waste
Parks & Recreation
HEALTH
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Budget & Finance
GIs
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Facilities
Fleet Services
Health and
Human Services
Public Health
Substance Abuse
Developmental
Disabilities
Animal Services
Natural Resources
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FIGURE 1 -1
COUNTY GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATION
THE CITIZENS OF JEFFERSON COUNTY
CONSTITUTIONAL BOARD OF STATUTORY
OFFICERS
COUNTY
OFFICERS
BOARD of
Clerk of the Court
COMMISSIONERS
Assessor
HEALTH
Prosecutor
Treasurer
Sheriff
Auditor
Judiciary
Clerk of the Board
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Veterans Relief
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Records Preservation
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Development
Planning
Building
Development Review
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ADMINISTRATOR
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Public Information
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Management
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Extension
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Roads
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Budget & Finance
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Facilities
Fleet Services
Health and
Human Services
Public Health
Substance Abuse
Developmental
Disabilities
Animal Services
Natural Resources
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FIGURE 1 -2
CITY GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATION
I THE CITIZENS OF PORT TOWNSEND I
CITIZEN BOARDS
AND COMMISSIONS
CITY
COUNCIL
CITY MANAGER
STREETS
PUBLIC UTILITIES
WATER SEWER STORM
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BUILDING & COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
LIBRARY
PARKS AND
RECREATION DEPT.
STREETS
PUBLIC UTILITIES
WATER SEWER STORM
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RELATIONSHIP TO OTHER EMERGENCY PLANS and PROCEDURES
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BEFORE THE BOARD OF JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
IN THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
IN THE MATTER OF:
DECLARATION OF DISASTER
RESOLUTION NO. 20
WHEREAS, a [type of event - earthquake] occurred affecting Jefferson County on resulting
in extensive damage to public roads and bridges, public and private utility systems, private homes, and
businesses; and,
WHEREAS, all of Jefferson County has been seriously impacted by this occurrence; and
WHEREAS, a Declaration of Emergency was made by the Board of Jefferson County Commissioners on
; and that the full provisions of the Jefferson County Emergency Management
Plan were activated in response to the emergency; and
WHEREAS, local capabilities and resources have been, or soon will be, exceeded by the scope of the
emergency; and
WHEREAS, additional assistance is needed to meet local public health and safety needs; and
BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, in
consideration of the above findings of fact:
SECTION I: A major Disaster has been declared for Jefferson County.
SECTION II: Immediate assistance from the State of Washington, specifically
SECTION III: In the event that assistance from the State of Washington is not available due to the scope of the
emergency, that the Governor request that the President order such assistance as necessary.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS
DAY OF
BOARD OF JEFFERSON COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS
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SECTION 2
BASIC PLAN
BACKGROUND:
A. This plan establishes an inclusive program of Emergency Management for Jefferson County and the
City of Port Townsend to their mutual advantage.
B. State law authorizes two or more political subdivisions to join in creating and operating a local
organization for emergency management.' The Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan (CEMP) is the overall formula as to how such alliance will be established and
carried out.
C. This is an all- hazards plan (covering the full range of natural or man - made /technological disasters,
including the consequences of terrorism) in a single, flexible concept of operations. It identifies the
organization and support structure, clarifies roles and responsibilities, and is the baseline for
developing supporting procedures.
D. This plan outlines how Jefferson County and City of Port Townsend offices, departments, personnel,
services, and facilities will coordinate emergency and recovery operations. Additional documents
provide detail as to how that responsibility will be met.
E. Quasi - governmental offices, emergency response agencies, support organizations, private sector
relief organizations, and other essential resources are included in this plan by statute, agreements, or
instruments of understanding.
F. This plan is coordinated with state and federal resources through the Washington State
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan,
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ORGANIZATION:
A. The lntertocal Agreement for Emergency ManagemenP articulates the powers, privileges, and
authorities exercised in developing and administering an Emergency Management program.
B. Jefferson County is the lead in administration of the program, and will be called the Jefferson County
Department of Emergency Management.
C. The joint emergency management program consists of:
Current and detailed plans incompliance with the law and contemporary standards.
2. A qualified staff with a supporting cadre of trained volunteers.
'RCW 38.52.070 - Joint local organization authorized.
2See Part 8 -E - Interlocal Agreement for Emergency Management.
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3. A county -wide network of emergency response and recovery agencies, and other essential
public and private resources.
4. An Emergency Operations Center (EOC), and alternate, for overall centralized coordination.
5. A regular course of training, drills, and exercises necessary to assure program readiness.
POLICIES
A. Authorities and references applied to this plan — The authorities and references used in development
of this plan are located in Part 8 -A.
B. National Incident Management System (NIMS) — This plan recognizes and adopts NIMS (including
the Incident Command System - ICS) as the doctrinal guidance for incident management between
local, state, and federal authorities. The Jefferson County NIMS Implementation Plan, included herein
by reference, specifies that all emergency management and first responder resources be trained in
the National Incident Management System, and will utilize ICS as the single, comprehensive system
for incident management.
C. Duty of county and city departments — The laW directs the Board of County Commissioners and the
City Council to make use of all resources in carrying out this plan. All departments and offices will
cooperate with the Department of Emergency Management in performing their emergency duties.
This includes:
1. Designating a representative (and alternates) to the Incident Management Team.
2. Developing internal operating procedures for carrying out their emergency responsibilities.
3. Making department staff available for training.
4. Providing personnel, services, and facilities to the Director of Emergency Management as
needed to respond to the emergency.
D. Non - discrimination policy:
No services will be denied on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, age, or disability; and no special treatment will be extended to any persons or
groups over and above what normally would be expected under emergency conditions
(reference 33CFR205.16 - Non - discrimination in disaster assistance).
2. This non - discrimination policy applies to all local, state, and federal disaster assistance, and
all local training courses, meetings, and conferences funded with federal financial assistance.
3. The offices of the County Administrator and the City Manager will maintain a capability to
receive public advice and comments about civil rights compliance issues regarding disaster
assistance in either jurisdiction.
3RCW 38.52.110 - Use of existing services and facilities.
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E. Special needs populations:
When possible under emergency conditions, evacuation orders and other emergency public
information should include provisions for individuals who require assistance, including persons
who are visually or mobility impaired, hearing impaired, or medically dependent.
2. All emergency management training courses, meetings, and conferences funded in whole or in
part with federal financial assistance will meet the special needs of disabled persons as
required by law.
Public information policy — To assure timely and consistent information to the public in an
emergency, all county and city departments and offices will coordinate disaster - related information
through the designated Emergency Management Public Information Officer or the Joint Information
Center.
G. Temporary reassignment authorized — Some county and city employees may be temporarily
reassigned to emergency duties other than their normal job classification, Some normal day -to -day
or administrative operations may be suspended for the duration of the emergency.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS:
A. Emergency /disaster conditions and hazards — The Hazard Identification and Vulnerability
Assessment (HIVA) describes known natural and technological hazards that could impact lives,
property, economy, and the environment in Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend. This
assessment process helps local government officials rate the risks, determine vulnerability, develop
emergency plans and strategies, and organize resources. The HIVA is published separately.
B. Planning assumptions:
1. Not all emergency situations can be foreseen, and it would not be possible to define all of the
disaster possibilities which might occur.
2. Local resources may be overwhelmed, damaged, or otherwise limited to their ability to respond.
It may not be possible to meet all emergency needs under extreme circumstances.
3. Lack of funds or shortage of resources may limit the ability to conduct all the emergency
activities planned.
4. The inability to disseminate local warnings may result in some citizens not receiving
emergency information. This plan relies heavily on the warning capabilities of the state and
federal government and the media.
5. Geographic isolation or impaired access may limit or prevent the arrival of outside aid.
6. Nothing in this plan requires any county or city department, emergency response agency or
support organization to purchase any additional equipment or supplies or to hire or employ any
additional employees or representatives.
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C. Expectations:
1. The effectiveness of this plan is based on the assumption of cooperation by all partners through
operation of law, agreements, or pre - established relationships formal and informal.
2. All partner agencies and organizations should have at least a fundamental knowledge of the
Incident Command System.
3. The plan presumes "worst case" and that there may be a minimum of three to five days
following a major disaster without the prospect of outside help.
4. Implementation of the plan anticipates active participation by all partners in pre -event planning,
training, drills, and exercises.
5. Each participating agency will support the Emergency Operations Center by providing spot
reports and status reports as requested.
6. Each agency will establish and maintain mutual agreements for short term augmentation of
forces in an emergency. Additional assistance will be obtained through the EOC.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. Emergency Management Created — The Department of Emergency Management was established by
Jefferson County to carry out a program of disaster mitigation preparedness, response, and recovery.
Emergency Management services are provided to the City of Port Townsend by agreement. That
agreement defines how the county and city will coordinate.
B. Director of Emergency Management — The County Administrator is responsible for oversight of the
Emergency Management program. The designated Program Manager is responsible to the County
Administrator, and is charged with development, daily administration, and execution of the
emergency management program. The County Administrator:
1. Serves as the chief advisor to the Board of County Commissioners concerning emergency
management matters.
2. Directs the activities of the emergency management department.
3. Maintains a process of review and revision of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan.
4. Cooperates with other local, state, and federal agencies and organizations and the private
sector in matters pertaining to emergency management and disaster preparedness.
5. Upon declaration of emergency, executes the special powers conferred by statute,
agreements, or as provided by the elected heads of government.
C. Program administration — The Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management is funded and
staffed to:
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1. Provide overall management of the program in compliance with state and federal laws and
standards for disaster preparedness and homeland security.
2. Develop and maintain the joint Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan as required by
law. Coordinate the development of supporting plans and procedures.
3. Coordinate program activities, including daily program administration, maintenance and
production of records, department correspondence, and routine office management.
4. Recruit, register, and identify emergency management volunteers, and assure compliance with
WAC 118 -04.
5. Coordinate, design, and /or conduct emergency management training, drills, and exercises.
6. Establish and maintain a public outreach and disaster preparedness education program.
7, Establish and maintain a twenty-four hour warning receipt and key personnel alerting capability.
8. Establish and maintain a twenty-four hour on -call capability.
9. Establish, equip, and maintain an Emergency Operations Center (and alternate); conduct
scheduled maintenance and readiness tests to assure operational readiness.
10. Coordinate activation of the appropriate portions of the Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plans as needed in an emergency.
11. Activate the Emergency Operations Center according to plan.
D. Emergency management organization:
1. All officials, personnel, services, and facilities of the county and the city, together with those
volunteer forces enrolled to provide aid during a disaster, become the "emergency management
organization" when an emergency is declared.
2. Other agencies and organizations, public and private, become a part of the emergency
management organization by agreement or concurrence with this plan.
3. As much as practical, the day -to -day organization and chain of command of county and city
departments and supporting agencies will be maintained for disaster operations.
4. An assignment on the Incident Management Team or point of contact at the Emergency
Operations Center has been identified for each partner. Agencies will provide liaison to the
EOC as needed for coordination. Part 2 -A (Roles and Responsibilities) identifies the typical
assignment for each agency.'
E. Emergency Management Council (formerly known as Jefferson - Peninsula Regional Emergency
4Actual assignments may vary based on the nature and scope of the incident.
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10 Preparedness Committee)::
An Emergency Management Council is established by agreement to provide overall guidance to
the program. The Council will —
a. Advise the director on all matters pertaining to local emergency management.
b. Appoint such ad hoc committees, subcommittees, and working groups as are required to
develop specific recommendations for the improvement of emergency management
practices.
C. Establish broad policy guidelines and provide general policy oversight of the emergency
management program.
2. The Council consists of representatives from the following::
a. County Administrator (chair).
b. City Manager (co- chair).
C. Board of County Commissioners' representative.
d. City Council representative.
Ise. Sheriff's Office representative.
f. Port Townsend Police Department representative.
g. Fire Protection Districts' representatives.
h. East Jefferson Fire and Rescue.
i. Department of Health and Human Services representative.
j. Others as may, from time to time, be determined by the council.
Participating organizations with emergency roles are listed in Part 2 -A. Assigned roles are based on
statutory duty, agreement, memorandum of understanding, or other instrument defining how those
roles will be coordinated with the emergency management program.
G. Declaration of emergency:'
1. A declaration of emergency is notification that the special measures identified in this plan may
be necessary to preserve life and property and to protect the public peace. A declaration of
emergency energizes this plan and activates those emergency powers necessary to combat
the emergency.
0 5Provisions for declaration of emergency — RCW 36.40.190 (counties) and RCW 35.33.081 (cites).
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• 2. For a city-only event, a declaration of emergency is made by the City Council. For a county -
only or cross - boundary incident, a declaration of emergency is made by the Board of County
Commissioners and includes the city by reference.
3. A declaration of emergency shall include:
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a. A description of the nature of the emergency.
b. A definition of the impact area(s).
C. A statement that an emergency exists and that special measures will be necessary in
order to safeguard life and property.
d. A statement that the appropriate portions of the emergency management plan have been
activated.
e. Notification that the release of county and /or city resources is authorized in responding
to the emergency.
f. A time limitation to the emergency declaration.
Emergency powers, county and city — upon declaration of emergency the county or city may enter
into contracts and incur obligations necessary to combat the emergency without regard to time
consuming procedures and formalities (except mandatory constitutional requirements). This includes
(but is not limited to):
1. Budget law limitations.
2. Requirements of competitive bidding and publication of notices.
3. Provisions pertaining to the performance of public work, entering into contracts, and incurring
obligations.
4. The employment of temporary workers.
5. The rental of equipment, and the purchase of supplies and materials.
6. The levying of taxes, and the appropriation and expenditure of public funds.
Emergency powers, Director of Emergency Management — upon declaration of emergency the
Director of Emergency Management (or designee) is empowered to:
Require emergency services of any county or city officer or employee, and to requisition any
necessary personnel, equipment, or facilities of any county or city department or agency.
2. Obtain vital supplies, equipment and other resources needed for protection of life and property,
and bind the county or city for the fair value thereof, and if required immediately, to
commandeer the same for public use.
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3. In the event of a declaration of emergency by the governor, command the aid of as many
citizens as necessary in the execution of the plan; such persons shall be entitled to all
privileges, benefits and immunities as are provided by law for emergency worker volunteers.6
J. Continuity of government' — continuation of essential duties should key persons be unavailable in
time of emergency.8
Board of County Commissioners9 — During an emergency when a quorum of the Board is
unavailable:
a. The remaining available county commissioner shall have full authority to act in all
emergency matters as the Board of County Commissioners.
b. In the event that no commissioner is available, those elected county officials as are
available shall jointly act as the Board of County Commissioners, and possess the full
authority of the board until such time as one or more commissioners become available.
2. City Council10 — During an emergency when a quorum of the Council is unavailable the
remaining available members of the City Council shall have full authority to act in all emergency
matters as the City Council.
3. County and city departments — The legislative authority of each political subdivision shall adopt
rules and regulations providing a line of succession and for appointment of temporary interim
successors to the elected and appointed offices of the political subdivisions. The successors
will have pre - delegated authority to take emergency action.
4. Emergency meeting location" — Whenever the affairs of the county or city cannot be conducted
in the regular place, the Board of County Commissioners or the City Council may meet in any
place (including telephonically in exigent circumstances). The requirements for notice may be
dispensed with when a special meeting is called to deal with the emergency, and the time
requirements would make notice impractical.
5. Continuity of operations (business continuity) — Each county and city department will identify
mission - critical systems and develop contingency plans to include:
6WAC 118 -04 —Emergency worker program
7RCW 42.14.050 — Continuity of government
8For this purpose "unavailable" means the lawful incumbent of the office is absent or unable to
discharge the duties of the office.
9RCW 42.14.040 — Continuity of Government Act - County Commissioners
1ORCW 42.14.050 — Continuity of Government Act - city or town officers
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4 a. Identification of key staff required to maintain continuity of operations in the event of a
disaster at its facility.
b. Individual requirements for a relocation site to maintain operations.
C. Checklists of operating procedures that support this requirement.
K. Command structure — The Incident Command System is the overall guidance for local operations
conducted in accordance with this plan. The concept of Unified Command will provide for integrated
capabilities.
L. Emergency Operations Center(s) — The county will establish and maintain an Emergency Operations
Center (and alternate) for the central direction and control of response assets. The City will establish
and maintain a City Command facility to direct and control assets of the City of Port Townsend. In a
multi - jurisdiction incident the county EOC is the primary direction and control point.
The Emergency Operations Center can be activated in support of a field operation or may
assume Incident Command for larger events requiring complex coordination or the need for
outside help.
2. Participating agencies acknowledge the overall coordination role of the primary Emergency
Operations Center when activated. Each agency will keep internal command and control of
their individual resources.
3. Participating agencies will establish a base of operations and deploy assets according to
standing orders or priorities.
M. Incident Management Team — An Incident Management Team (IMT) is established to provide broad
coordination at the EOC level. The IMT consists of representatives of each of the involved agencies
and jurisdictions, and is structured according to the NIMS Incident Command System (ICS):
N. Activation of this plan.
1. When an emergency occurs (or is imminent) or there is an unusual occurrence that may
require special measures to coordinate response or support field operations, the appropriate
portions of this plan may be activated by the Director of Emergency Management or designee.
2. The level of Emergency Operations Center activation will depend on the incident and will be
decided by the Director of Emergency Management or designee.
O. State of Washington emergency management organization —The State of Washington has
established an organization for emergency management in the Military Department. The State
Emergency Management Division will:
1. Coordinate disaster - related activities of state agencies according to the state Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan.
2. Coordinate certain private voluntary organizations through the Washington State Disaster
Assistance Council.
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3. Provide liaison with the Department of Homeland Security (Federal Emergency Management
Agency).
4. Activate the state Emergency Operations Center as the central direction and control point for
state emergency response and recovery.
Federal government emergency management organization — The Department of Homeland Security is
the federal agency responsible for coordinating federal operations to prepare for, respond to, and
recover from domestic incidents and acts of terrorism."
Q. Recovery operations — disaster recovery includes those actions taken to return vital systems to
minimum operating standards, and long -term activities to return life and business operations to
normal or improved levels. The Disaster Recovery Plan is published separately as Annex D.
R. Training and exercises — The Director of Emergency management, or designee, will be responsible for
coordination of a comprehensive ongoing program of training, drills, and exercises to assure that this
plan can be implemented.
S. Public education — Community disaster preparedness education is an essential part of this program.
Maximum use of neighborhood groups and private voluntary organizations will help the effort to make
our citizens aware of how they can help themselves in time of emergency.
T. This plan will be reviewed annually and updated as needed. A major review and revision will be done
every three years. Maintenance of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan is the
responsibility of the Director of Emergency Management.
ADDENDA
Part 2 -A— Emergency roles and responsibilities.
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PART 2 -A
EMERGENCY ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
BACKGROUND: The plan provides for the effective use of available local emergency response and recovery
resources in carrying out the program of emergency management. This part of the plan outlines the general
roles and responsibilities of each partner agency and organization. It encompasses all county and city
offices and departments, participating quasi - governmental offices, emergency response agencies, support
organizations, private sector relief groups, and other essential resources.
POLICIES
A. County and city offices and departments will develop internal procedures to assure that they can
carry out their emergency assignments when activated.
B. Each resource will be assigned a corresponding point of contact at the Emergency Operations
Center. In larger incidents, the Incident Management Team may request direct representation to
assure coordination.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. Conditions requiring activation of this plan may differ; the resources mobilized will depend on the
nature and scope of the emergency.
B. Roles have been determined by statutory responsibility, established purpose, or applicable capability.
CONCEPT OF OPERATION
A. The emergency management program will be activated according to plan.
B. Incident Command (Unified Command or Area Command) will determine what resources need to be
mobilized in response to the incident.
C. The EOC may be activated, and the Incident Management Team assembled to assume overall
coordination.
D. Participating agencies will:
1. Maintain current procedures.
2. Automatically activate under standing orders when appropriate.
3. Report conditions and status to the Emergency Operations Center when activated
4. Assign a representative to the Incident Management Team when requested.
5. Keep a log and other records of all activities associated with the incident.
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• RESPONSIBILITIES
A. County departments and offices:
1. Animal Services:
a. Emergency care of endangered pets and livestock, impounding loose and endangered
animals.
b. Clearinghouse for stray and missing pet information.
C. Coordination with Red Cross shelters for temporary care of pets.
d. Coordination of community animal relief operations.
2. Assessor:
a. Re- evaluation of damaged or destroyed property.
b. Information regarding property ownership and property value.
C. Act as member of the Recovery Committee when activated following an emergency.
3. Auc
a.
b.
C.
d.
litor:
Act as co -lead (with Treasurer) of the Finance Section (county Incident Management
Team) when activated.
Coordinate incident fiscal management and cost tracking.
Administration of recovery contracts.
Act as member of the Recovery Committee when activated following an emergency.
4. Board of County Commissioners:
a. Overall responsibility for disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
b. Policy and funding support.
C. Emergency /disaster declarations.
d. Enactment of special legislation and emergency measures.
e. Liaison with adjacent jurisdictions, state, and federal officials at the policy level.
f. Official spokespersons (coordinated by the Public Information Officer).
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5. Community Development:
a. Expedient assessment of structural hazards, county buildings and facilities.
b. Lead, Damage Assessment team.
C. Lead, Recovery Committee when activated.
d. Coordination of private assessment and inspection resources.
e. Permit assistance and waivers as appropriate.
6. Cooperative Extension - WSU:
a. Extension agent acts as liaison to the USDA Emergency Board.
b. May provide space and technological support at the EOC for a satellite Emergency
Operations Center.
7. County Administrator:
a. Director of Emergency Management.
b. Liaison with the Board of County Commissioners.
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8. Coroner:
a. Identification, removal, storage, and disposition of human remains.
b. Maintenance and coordination of the "confirmed casualty" list.
C. Notification of next of kin.
d. Coordination of disaster - related decedent services (morgue, mortuary services, etc.).
9. District Court:
a. Preservation of essential court records.
b. Continuation of court services as required by law.
C. Relocation of court services as necessary.
10. Emergency Management:
a. Provide overall management of the program in compliance with state and federal laws
and standards for disaster preparedness and homeland security.
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40 b. Develop and maintain the joint Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan as required
by law. Coordinate the development of supporting plans and procedures.
C. Coordinate program activities, including daily program administration, maintenance and
production of records, department correspondence, and routine office management.
d. Recruit, register, and identify emergency management volunteers, and assure
compliance with WAC 118 -04.
e. Coordinate, design, and /or conduct emergency management training, drills, and
exercises.
f. Establish and maintain a public outreach and disaster preparedness education program
g. Establish and maintain a twenty -four hour warning receipt and key personnel alerting
capability.
h. Establish and maintain a twenty -four hour on -call capability.
i. Establish and maintain a county -level Emergency Operations Center and associated
equipment; conduct scheduled maintenance and readiness tests to assure operational
readiness.
j. Coordinate with designated city staff in establishing and maintaining a city -level
command facility and associated equipment; coordinate scheduled maintenance and
readiness tests to assure operational readiness.
k. Coordinate activation of the appropriate portions of the Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plans as needed in an emergency.
11. Environmental Health:
a. Sanitary systems damage assessment.
b. Emergency sanitation measures.
c. Food and water safety monitoring.
12. Facilities:
a. Assist with maintenance of the Emergency Operations Center.
b. Conduct damage assessment of county government facilities.
C. Coordinate expedient repair.
d. Coordinate with impacted county departments requiring relocation.
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13. Fair:
a. Facilities for staging, storage, and distribution of critical supplies and equipment.
b. Facilities for expedient shelter.
C. Space for relocation of county and city government if needed.
d. Facilities for other special uses (i.e., vaccination centers, etc.).
14. Health and Human Services:
a. Health Officer (or designee) is lead on Unified Command for health emergencies -
bioterrorism.
b. Disease control measures.
C. Immunization.
d. Disease surveillance and tracking.
e. Coordination of local health providers.
f. Health education and information.
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a. Provide mapping support to the Incident Management Team.
16. Information Services:
a. County telecommunications and data networks damage assessment.
b. Assist with restoration of essential telecommunications.
17. Parks:
a. Serve as staging facility if required
18. Prosecutor:
a. Legal advisor to county officials.
b. Assistance with drafting emergency acts and orders to enactment by the Board of
County Commissioners.
19. Public Works:
a. Equipment and operators to assist with heavy rescue.
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b.
County roads and bridges damage assessment.
C.
Coordination of debris removal.
d.
Assistance with traffic control (barricades, signs, etc.).
e.
Liaison with the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers.
f.
Liaison with franchise utilities (Puget Sound Energy, cable systems, etc.).
g.
Coordinate with private contractors and suppliers for repair and restoration of county
roads and bridges.
20. Sheriff:
a.
Law enforcement.
b.
Coordination of law enforcement tactical operations.
C.
Crowd control
d.
Traffic control.
e.
Perimeter security.
f.
Coordination of search and rescue operations.
g.
Assistance with dissemination of warnings and emergency public information.
h.
Coordination of mutual aid law enforcement resources.
i.
Assist with rapid damage assessment.
j.
Act as lead (Unified Command) for terrorism incidents.
21. Solid
Waste:
a.
Debris removal
22. Superior Court:
a.
Preservation of essential court records.
b.
Continuation of court services as required by law.
C.
Relocation of court services as necessary.
B. City offices and departments:
1. Administration (Office of the City Manager):
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a. Director of Emergency Management (city operations).
b. Liaison with the City Council.
C. Designated spokesperson (in coordination with the Public Information Officer).
2.
City Attorney:
a. Legal advisor to the City Council
b. Assistance with drafting emergency acts and orders for enactment by the City Council.
3.
Building and Community Development:
a. Expedient assessment of structural hazards, city buildings and facilities.
b. Lead, city damage assessment team.
C. Representative, Recovery Committee when activated.
d. Permit assistance and waivers as appropriate.
4.
Finance:
a. Lead, Finance Section.
b. Coordinate incident fiscal management and cost tracking.
C. Administer recovery contracts.
d. Act as member of the Recovery Committee when activated following the emergency.
5.
Fire Department:
a. Fire suppression.
b. Coordination of light and heavy rescue.
C. Coordination of all mutual aid fire resources.
d. Assist with dissemination of warnings and emergency public information.
6.
Library:
a. Public information dissemination
7.
Police Department:
a. Law enforcement.
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b. Coordination of law enforcement tactical operations.
C. Crowd control and perimeter security.
d. Traffic control
e. Coordination of search and rescue operations.
f. Coordination of mutual aid law enforcement resources.
g. Assist with rapid damage assessment.
h. Lead (Unified Command) for terrorism incidents in the City.
i. Assist with dissemination of warnings and emergency public information.
8. Public Works:
a. Equipment and operators to assist with heavy rescue.
b. City roads and bridges damage survey.
C. Coordination of debris removal.
d. Assistance with traffic control (barricades, cones, signs, etc.).
e. Liaison with the County Department of Public Works.
f. Coordination with private contractors and suppliers for repair and restoration of city
facilities.
g. Restoration of essential City utility services (water, sewer, stormwater).
h. Liaison with franchise utility providers.
C. Other local government agencies and special purpose districts:
1. Fire protection districts:
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a. Fire suppression and pre - hospital Emergency Medical Services.
b. Coordination of light and heavy rescue.
C. Coordination of all mutual aid fire resources. Coordinate with Olympic Regional Fire
Defense Board.
d. Assist with dissemination of warnings and emergency public information.
e. Assist with damage assessment.
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2. Jefferson Transit:
a. Transportation coordination.
b. Temporary (on -site) shelter of temporarily displaced persons.
3. Jefferson Health Care (formerly known as Jefferson General Hospital):
a. Primary hospital care.
b. Coordination with Region 2 hospitals and care facilities, and other referral medical
facilities.
4. Olympic Community Action Programs (Community Action):
a. Special populations' needs.
b. Assistance with shelter and feeding programs.
c. Assistance with needs assessment.
5. Port of Port Townsend:
a. Coordination of maritime movement of essential resources through port facilities.
b. Coordination of incident uses of the Jefferson County airport.
C. Port facilities damage assessment and reporting.
6. Public Utility District No. 1:
a. Restoration of water services within the area of responsibility.
b. PUD facilities damage assessment and reporting.
7. School Districts:
a. Development of school emergency plans and procedures.
b. School facility damage assessment and reporting.
D. Non - government organizations:
1. Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES):
a. Communications support to the Incident Management Team.
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b. Critical facilities connectivity.
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C. Communications assistance to the Red Cross shelter network.
2.
American Red Cross, Olympic Peninsula Chapter:
a. Shelter coordination.
b. Temporary housing.
C. Individual and family needs assessment (private damage assessment).
d. Welfare inquiries processing.
3.
Critical Incident Stress Management Team (CISM):
a. Crisis counseling for emergency response agencies.
b. Assistance with coordination of post - disaster community mental health activities.
4.
Jefferson Search and Rescue:
a. Wilderness search and rescue under the coordination of the Sheriff's Office.
b. Search and rescue resource support to the Port Townsend Police Department.
C. Expedient workforce.
5.
Puget Sound Energy:
a. Restoration of power.
b. PSE facilities damage assessment and reporting.
C. Coordination with the Department of Public Works.
6.
Qwest
a. Restoration of phone service.
b. Assistance with adding expedient phone lines to critical facilities.
C. Owest facilities damage assessment and reporting.
7.
Millennium Cable:
a. Restoration of owned cable facilities and services.
b. Coordination with the Department of Public Works.
C. Facilities damage assessment and reporting.
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Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness Committees:
a. Establish and activate neighborhood emergency plans and procedures.
b. Coordinate with the Emergency Operations Center.
C. Neighborhood damage assessment and reporting-
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PART 2 -B
PHASES OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
OBJECTIVE
To approach disaster planning and operations as a program continuum.
II. INTENT
Part 2 -B clarifies the difference in the operational focus between phases of a disaster and identifies
the changing roles and responsibilities throughout the process.
III. SCOPE
A. Mitigation - reduction of hazards.
B. Preparedness - increased readiness.
C. Response - coordinated emergency operations.
D. Recovery - restoration of the community to pre- disaster conditions-
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IV. POLICIES AND AUTHORITIES
A. State law requires a balanced emergency management concept with attention to all phases.
B. The four phases of emergency management (mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery)
do not imply a priority.
V. SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. Transition between phases is often blurred. Some activities may take place concurrently.
B, Emergency management "phases" are used for planning /reference purposes only. There is no
operational model imposed or suggested by these different aspects of the program.
C. Each of the phases is limited to some degree by available resources.
VI. CONCEPT OF OPERATION
A. Mitigation is an ongoing part of the emergency management program.
Pre - disaster mitigation consists of identification of hazards, notation of areas of repetitive
damage, and the establishment of strategies to reduce the risk of future damage.
2. Post - disaster mitigation activities involve identification of repetitive damage, and taking
action to reduce future events.
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isB. Preparedness: That phase of emergency management involving planning, training, exercises,
and community awareness.
C. Response: The phase of community emergency management where local, state, federal and
private sector resources are coordinated to meet the needs of the emergency.
D. Recovery: The protracted phase of the emergency where damage to critical facilities !
infrastructure and threats to public health, safety, welfare, and economic stability are
addressed and resolved.
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JEFFERSON COUNTY I CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN - SECTION 3
SECTION 3
INCIDENT MANAGEMENT
BACKGROUND: The objective of sound incident management coordinated application of critical resources
and implementation of the joint emergency management strategy. This plan segment outlines how
emergency management activities will be undertaken, how partner agencies will centralize coordination with
the Emergency Operations Center, and the overall methods for direction and control for major incidents. It
includes provisions for EOC management, unified command, coordination between the County EOC and
Port Townsend's city command, incident management team(s), joint public information, and interagency
liaison.
This element envisions activation of this Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan as required to meet
the needs of a local emergency /disaster in the city or county. It does not apply to normal daily emergency
response and operations at the agency level.
POLICIES
A. The standards and practices of the Incident Command System (ICS)' will be employed in all
emergency response operations carried out under this plan.
B. The organization of participating emergency response agencies, including their individual command
structure, primary communications systems, operations protocols, staffing, and mutual aid
agreements, will be maintained.
C. The participating agencies accept general coordination by the Incident Management Team when
activated at the primary EOC.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. Ordinarily, emergency response and support agencies execute internal procedures, allocate their
assets, and coordinate mutual aid. Infrequently, during the activation of the resources of county and
city departments, the central coordination and employment of a broader assistance capability is
required by the nature and scope of the emergency.
B. Site - specific incidents may require EOC support for those associated activities that may not be
accomplished on scene. For multiple simultaneous incidents or regional impact, area command at
the County EOC may be established to assure interoperabiiity.
C. Multiple simultaneous events may require establishment of an "Area Command" type function at the
EOC to assure macro - coordination.
'Defined by the national Incident Management System (NIMS) as adopted by the U. S. Department
of Homeland Security.
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CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. JeffCom (9 -1 -1 /dispatch) is the twenty -four hour public safety answering point and communications
center, and provides for rapid alert to possible hazards requiring these special procedures.
B. When notified, the Emergency Management staff will determine appropriate level of plan activation
based on the apparent needs of the emergency or as recommended by a requesting agency. The
following phases of activation and ramp -up describe the EOC activation levels: (See Figure 3 -1)
1. Phase I: Routine Daily Operations
2. Phase II: Enhanced Operations (watch level or low impact incident, limited staff)
3. Phase III: Full IMT Activation (warning level, IMT plus functional units as required)
4. Phase IV: Catastrophic Event (Major in progress emergency, complete IMT, functional units,
agency representation, and support staff.)
C. Activation of the emergency management system can be requested by the incident command
authority of any emergency response agency. This is usually done in support of a field operation, or
in preparation for ramp -up to a larger incident.
D. The needed components of the Incident Management Team or other support staff will be assembled
at the primary Emergency Operations Center.
10 E. Responding agencies will set up and identify a base of operations (agency command post), establish
communications with the EOC for overall coordination, provide representation to the Incident
Management Team as appropriate, report conditions, and request additional resources through the
EOC.
Unified Command or Area Command may be established at the EOC depending on the nature and
scope of the emergency, and may enact overall incident objectives and strategy and recommend
prioritization of assets according to an incident action plan.
EOC Unified Command will consist of representation of the principal agencies.
2. Area Command will be established at the primary EOC for multiple simultaneous incidents.
G. The Emergency Operations Center can be activated as the central direction and control point or in
support of a field operation.
The county Emergency Operations Center is primary for county incidents and for cross -
boundary events. City representation at the county EOC may be requested to assure
coordination.
2. The City Command center is primary for city -only incidents where there is no impact outside
the city. The county EOC may be activated simultaneously for support, or appropriate county
representatives may be present in the city Command Center to assure coordination.
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3. The City Command may be activated simultaneously with the county EOC to carry out detailed
deployment of city assets under overall coordination.
4. The City Command can serve as alternate to the county EOC if relocation is necessary.
Coordination of public information releases will be assumed by the primary EOC when activated, and
a Public Information Officer (PIO) can be designated. A Joint Information Center (JIC) can be
organized to provide for coordination of information from all participating agencies.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Elected heads of government.
1. Furnish executive leadership and policy guidance.
2. Execute full statutory authority for all disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and
recovery activities within their jurisdiction.
3. Give legislative support to the Incident Management Team.
a. Declaration of emergency.
b. Declaration of disaster.
C. Enactment of special emergency measures by resolution or degree (i.e., curfews,
evacuation boundaries, limitations on access or movement, critical resource
management, etc.).
B. County Administrator and City Manager.
1. Act as the chief advisors to the jurisdiction elected heads of government regarding disaster
mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.
2. Assume Chair and /or Co -Chair of the Emergency Management Council according to the inter-
local agreement.
3. In an emergency, act as the primary point of contact between the Incident Management Team
and the elected heads of government.
4. Act as spokesperson for the jurisdiction as appropriate (coordinated with designated Public
Information Officer).
C. Department of Emergency Management (DEM)
1. Carry out activation and coordination of the emergency management system.
2. Oversee activation of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.
3. Activate and assemble the Incident Management Team according to the needs of the
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emergency.
4. Act as operational lead for the Incident Management Team at the primary Emergency
Operations Center.
5. Staff and manage the Emergency Operations Center.
D. Incident Management Team (IMT)
1. Carry out functional coordination of emergency response and recovery activities from the
Emergency Operations Center.
2. Incident Command (Unified Command if established):
a. Develop and implement broad response and recovery strategy.
b. Take on overall coordination when activated as IC (or Area Command for multiple
simultaneous incidents), or provide support to field operations.
c. Establish and maintain communication with all response partners and community
groups.
d. Order activation of the necessary command and general staff components in the
Emergency Operations Center.
e. Approve public information releases.
f. Approve the ordering of external resources.
g. Manage incident activities on a broad scale.
EOC Director
a. Coordinate the Incident Management Team in support of the objectives and strategies
established.
b. Assume duties and responsibilities of Incident Command for Level 2 EOC activations.
c. Participate in Unified Command (or Area Command) when implemented.
d. Assemble and carryout operational direction of the Incident Management Team.
e. Coordinate the activities of the Emergency Operations Center(s).
4. Public Information Officer
a. Coordinate the flow of accurate and timely incident information to the public.
b. Coordinate formulation and release of public information.
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C. Coordinate with designated PIO's from participating agencies. Set up a Joint Information
Center (if needed) to assure coordination.
d. Set up and supervise an expedient phone bank as needed to respond to public inquiries
or assist with call overflow.
e. Identify and credential news media representatives; coordinate access to disaster sites.
5. Liaison Officer
a. Provide for smooth interaction with assisting agency representatives, state, and federal
agencies, and unassigned resources.
b. Act as central point of contact for unassigned resources.
C. Act as point of contact for public and private sector groups and organizations without a
specific assignment or contact in the Incident Management Team.
d. Establish and maintain communication with state and federal emergency management
authorities.
e. Establish and maintain communication with local Neighbor Emergency Preparedness
committees.
6. Safety Officer
a. Monitor and assess hazards and unsafe conditions, and develop measures to assure
incident personnel safety.
b. Identify and advise EOC Director of hazardous situations associated with the incident.
C. Exercise emergency authority to stop and prevent unsafe acts.
d. Investigate accidents that have occurred within incident areas.
e. Work in coordination with Safety Officers of the field response agencies to assure an
overall safety plan is implemented.
7. Operations Coordinator: Coordinate all primary emergency services. See Section 4
8. Plans Coordinator: Coordinate the collection, evaluation, and display of incident information.
See Section 5.
9. Logistics Coordinator: Coordinate the management of facilities, services, transportation, and
material support. See Section 6.
10. Finance Coordinator: Coordinate all financial and cost analysis associated with the incident.
See Section 7.
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E. Partner agencies and organizations:
1. Carry out operational deployment and supervision of all agency assets according to internal
procedures.
2. Order and coordinate mutual aid resources according to existing plans and agreements.
3. Coordination with the Emergency Operations Center for additional resources.
4. Report status and conditions to the Emergency Operations Center.
5. Assign representation to the Incident Management Team if requested.
ADDENDA
Part 3 -A — Warning and alert
Part 3 -B — Communications coordination
Part 3 -C — News Media Relations - Media Policy
Part 3 -D - Adoption and Implementation of the National Incident Management System (NIMS)
Figure 3 -1 - Emergency Operations Center Phases of Activation
Figure 3 -2 — Incident Management Team Organization Chart
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JEFFERSON COUNTY! CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN PART 3 -A
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PART 3 -A
WARNING AND ALERT
BACKGROUND: This plan segment defines the responsibilities of the Jefferson County warning system in
prompt detection of hazards, notification of key personnel, coordination with state and federal warning
sources, and effective flow of information from the originating agencies to the persons at risk.
POLICIES
A. The warning system relies on the alarm capabilities of the federal and state government and the news
media. Citizens are expected to be aware of hazardous situations for which there is significant media
attention. Local warnings can be augmented with door -to -door dissemination and other expedient
methods as time and resources are available.
B. JeffCom is the primary warning dissemination point for Jefferson County and the City of Port
Townsend. The County Emergency Operations Center is the alternate warning dissemination point
when activated.
C. The Department of Emergency Management is responsible for activation of the Emergency Alert
System (EAS) for local warning dissemination. When the Emergency Operations Center is not
activated, the State Emergency Management Division (Duty Officer) can activate EAS for Jefferson
County upon request. (See Attachment 3 -A -1 - Emergency Alert System).
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. Hazardous conditions may emerge that require quick action to save lives and property.
B. Warnings may originate from any level of government, and some warnings will be broadcast directly
to the public through regular media outlets.
C. With no local radio or television broadcast stations in Jefferson County, there is a reliance on regional
media in adjacent communities.
D. Some warnings may not be able to be disseminated to all those at risk due to time or resource
limitations and other factors resulting from the incident.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. JeffCom has the capability in place for receipt of warning and alert information. The primary methods
are the National Warning System (NAWAS) and the ACCESS teletype network.
B. Warning and alert information will be relayed to the Department of Emergency Management for further
action as required.
C. Checklists guide further dissemination.
D. Emergency response agencies may be tasked with direct dissemination of warning to target
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10 populations at risk.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. JeffCom
1. Provide a twenty -four point of contact for receipt of warning information.
2. Serve as the initial communications, alert, and warning point.
3. Implement warning procedures and checklists.
4. Activate direct notification to emergency response agencies and key personnel as required.
B. Department of Emergency Management
Maintain a twenty- four /seven readiness capability to receive and disseminate warnings and
alerts.
2. Prepare and maintain warning capabilities and procedures for:
(a) General population and population at risk warnings.
(b) Key officials notification.
(c) Special populations and target locations (schools, hearing or visual impaired, non-
English speaking groups) where possible.
3. Conduct tests and exercises to assure the readiness of warning and alert capabilities.
Conduct training for designated personnel in the operation of the Emergency Alert System and
other information dissemination capabilities.
C. Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) — assist with dissemination of warnings and emergency
public information through the amateur radio community. (See Part 3 -B, Communications
Coordination).
D. Local emergency response agencies — assist with direct dissemination of warnings to persons at
risk.
ADDENDA
Attachment 3 -A -1 — Emergency Alert System (EAS)
Figure 3 -3 — Jefferson County Warning Schematic
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ATTACHMENT 3 -A -1
EMERGENCY ALERT SYSTEM
BACKGROUND: This is guidance on how Jefferson County will issue warnings via existing broadcast
facilities to the public when emergency information may help save lives. This attachment defines use of the
Emergency Alert System (EAS) as a component of the warning and alert capability.
The Emergency Alert System (EAS) is a national alerting capability composed of broadcast networks,
cable networks, AM, FM, and TV broadcast stations. Jefferson County participates through the Central
Puget Sound Area Plan (Jefferson, Snohomish, Island, Kitsap, King, and Pierce counties).
POLICIES
A. All local activation of EAS, or requests for activation by the State Emergency Management Division,
must meet the following criteria:
1. Lives must be in danger (life threatening).
2. Direction provided via the EAS message has the potential to save lives.
3. Effective warning cannot be accomplished by other means.
0 4. The instructions to be broadcast are time critical.
B. The EAS will only be utilized when time limitations or incident severity prohibit information distribution
to the media by normal channels.
C. When EAS is activated at the state or federal level, there will be no additional local activation unless
there is a specific hazard to Jefferson County or the City of Port Townsend.
D. Activation of AMBER alerts must be authorized according to the AMBER ALERT PROTOCOL (dated
April 20, 2004). AMBER will be requested by the law enforcement incident commander, and
forwarded to WSP Communications, Bremerton, for action.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. There is no single method of warning available in Jefferson County so a combination of warning
methods must be utilized. EAS is one method used in cooperation with broadcasters and cable
providers.
B. Receipt of an EAS message requires the population at risk to have ready access to participating
radio or television, and that the broadcast system infrastructure is operating properly. NOAA
Weather Radio alert receivers can also receive EAS alerts.
C. An EAS encoder is located at the Jefferson County Emergency Operations Center. Diversions during
an emergency incident may prohibit timely local activation of the EAS, and warning may need to be
disseminated from the state Emergency Management Division or other remote location.
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D. Activation of EAS by state or federal authorities will not require additional local activation. Where
multiple jurisdictions are affected, one EAS message should be sent that provides guidance to all
populations.
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E. The decision to activate the EAS for weather - related incidents will generally be the responsibility of
the National Weather Service.
Local EAS messages will likely generate a substantial increase in calls to JeffCom and the
Emergency Operations Center. Provisions should be in place to manage the escalated call load.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. The Emergency Management Director (or designee) is responsible for authorizing local activation of
the Emergency Alert System.'
B. EAS activation may be requested by the chief officer, incident command authority, or designee of:
1. Sheriffs Office.
2. Port Townsend Police Department.
3. East Jefferson Fire and Rescue.
4. Any Jefferson County fire protection district.
C. The primary method for activation of the Emergency Alert System in Jefferson County is through the
state Emergency Management Division Duty Officer using the following protocol:
1. Determine if the intended EAS message meets the eligibility criterion.
2. Obtain authorization for activation.
3. Prepare the message script from the attached format.
4. Contact the state Emergency Management Division Duty Officer (1- 800 - 258 -5990) and request
activation of the EAS for the Jefferson County area.
D. The alternate method for activation of the Emergency Alert System will be through the Emergency
Operations Center alternate warning point when staff is available.
E. Activations for AMBER alerts will go though WSP Communications, Bremerton.
Procedures for EAS activation, including message content criterion, are located at the EAS encoder
station in the EOC.
RESPONSIBILITIES
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'Does not include activation of the EAS for AMBER alerts.
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A. JeffCom
1. Maintain twenty -four hour warning receipt capability.
2. Maintain an AMBER alert plan and activation capability.
3. Receive and process AMBER alert requests.
4. When authorized, communicate request for activation of the EAS to the state Emergency
Management Duty Officer.
5. Cooperate with the Department of Emergency Management to maintain current warning and
alert protocols.
B. Department of Emergency Management
1. Maintain local EAS activation capability.
2. Keep local EAS encoder in working order.
3. Conduct regular EAS training, drills and exercises; participate in regularly scheduled tests.
4. Establish and maintain EAS operating instructions.
ADDENDA
Sample EAS script.
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EVACUATION — IMMEDIATE:
This is the Jefferson County Department of Emergency
Management with emergency information for the
area.
There has been a
Local officials are
evacuating an area within (feet
miles) of
If you are currently within that evacuation area you may be in
danger and must leave now.
Do not call 9 -1 -1 unless you have a life- threatening emergency,
and minimize non - essential telephone calls.
Do not enter the evacuation zone.
Stay tuned to this station or KIRO radio (710 AM) for further
information.
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SHELTER - IN - PLACE
This is the Jefferson County Department of Emergency
Management with emergency information for the
(define by community – i.e. Port Townsend, Port Ludlow, etc)
area.
There has been a
(brief description
of the incident—i.e. haz mat spill, etc. ). Take the following
precautions.
Residents of the
areas (i.e. specific
communities -- state boundaries if possible) should shelter in
place. Go indoors, close all windows, doors and vents and stay
inside. Heating or cooling units drawing air from the outside
should be turned off.
Do not call 9 -1 -1 unless you have a life- threatening emergency.
Tune to KIRO radio (710 AM) or KPLU 88.5 FM for information.
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PART 3 -B
COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATION
BACKGROUND: The effective coordination of communications and the smooth flow of essential information
among response partners. This plan segment outlines the communications systems and support
resources available in the community, and how those resources may be coordinated in an emergency,
including public safety communications (9 -1 -1 dispatch), support communications, private sector
communications capabilities (including amateur radio), telecommunications, and data connectivity
(including internet).
POLICIES
A. JeffCom provides public safety communications services for law enforcement and fire /EMS, and will
be the primary method for alerting and communicating with local emergency service agencies.
B. Existing radio communications protocols will be retained to the extent possible. Administrative
communications (periodically calling directly to local emergency response agency command by the
Incident Management Team) may be done through the EOC on a limited basis when activated.
C. Amateur radio resources augment the public safety and support communications networks in an
emergency. The amateur radio station at the EOC is the net control for ham radio resources
assigned to the incident.
D. Telecommunication -based systems (land -line telephone, cell phone, satellite phone, fax, data
transmission, and the internet) are the primary message channels. Public safety communications
networks will be reserved, to the extent possible, to tactical operations.
E. The Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) operators and equipment, when employed to support
local government operations under this plan', will be considered as Radio Amateur Civil Emergency
Service (RACES) according to the state RACES Plan.
F. Use of the primary public safety frequencies in Jefferson County is controlled by JeffCom policy.
Alternative uses, such as cross - banding with non - emergency frequencies, etc., and other expedient
interoperability methods, will be coordinated with JeffCom.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. Reliable communications capabilities are essential to coordination of emergency response and
recovery.
Standard modes of communication will continue to be used to the extent that they survive the impact
of the emergency.
C. Secondary communications resources, and expedient alternate methods, may be necessary to fill in
'Ordered by the FCC at the request of a State or Federal official, and is strictly limited to official
civil preparedness activity according to the state RACES Plan.
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the gaps when primary systems are overloaded or damaged.
D. Amateur radio volunteer operators and equipment are the principal back -up communications
resource. Although amateur radio services have a relatively high degree of survivability under extreme
conditions, there may likely be a shortage of trained personnel.
E. Expedient communications methods may need to be employed, including written messages and
runners if necessary.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. Initial notification of emergency response agencies will occur through JeffCom.
B. In the event that JeffCom is unable to make initial notification due to damage or disruption, response
agencies may automatically activate standing orders within their jurisdiction until communications
can be restored. This may include:
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. JeffCom:
2Agency representatives at the EOC.
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1. Automatic deployment to pre- determined locations.
2. Assumption of communications at a manned station or base of operations.
3. Other makeshift methods of communication (alternate paths, including runners, amateur radio,
etc.).
C.
JeffCom will conduct a brief damage assessment process to determine the nature and extent of any
related outages of their primary systems.
D.
When activated, the Emergency Operations Center may communicate directly with response
agencies as needed. As determined by agency command, prioritization of the deployment of
emergency resources may be assumed by the EOC'. Dispatching as ordered by command, and
resource tracking, will be retained by JeffCom.
E.
The EOC will coordinate support to the primary public safety networks. This may include assignment
of amateur radio resources to key facilities.
F.
An internal protocol will be activated to assure sharing of messages and information between JeffCom
and the EOC.
G.
Jefferson County Information Services will coordinate assessment of damage to essential
telecommunications and data infrastructure, assist with enhancing systems to support emergency
operations, and coordinate repair and restoration.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. JeffCom:
2Agency representatives at the EOC.
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1. Provide coordination of public safety communications.
2. Furnish communications services to Jefferson County, the City of Port Townsend, and the
county fire protection districts through intergovernmental agreements.
3. Serve as the initial communications, alert, and warning point for the Department of Emergency
Management.
4. Coordinate information with the Emergency Operations Center when activated.
5. Coordinate damage assessment and restoration of public safety communications systems and
facilities.
B. Department of Emergency Management:
1. Provide coordination of support communications resources.
2. Identify communications resources, and plan for use of expedient communications methods to
support emergency operations.
3. Coordinate with JeffCom to assure information flow between dispatch and the EOC when
activated.
4. Appoint a RACES Officer as the primary point of contact for coordination of local amateur radio
capabilities.
5. In an emergency, coordinate and prioritize the amateur radio resources needed to meet
communications objectives established by the Emergency Operations Center.
6. Supervise operation of the RACES radio station located at the Emergency Operations Center.
ARES /RACES:
1. Provide and coordinate volunteer communications resources in support of the Emergency
Operations Center.
2. Develop plans and procedures for notification and mobilization of qualified amateur radio
operators when needed in an emergency.
3. Conduct periodic tests and exercises to assure operational readiness.
4. Establish and supervise net control at the Emergency Operations Center when activated.
5. Deploy and coordinate amateur radio operators according to priorities established by the
Incident Management Team.
31n accordance with the Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Services Plan (dated August 2003)
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6. Conduct communications operations at the local and state level according to the
ARES /RACES Plan.
D. Information Services:
1. Provide telecommunications and data /internet support to the incident.
2. Assess damage to telecommunications capabilities.
3. Coordinate and facilitate additional telecommunications resources.
4. Coordinate restoration of damaged equipment.
ADDENDA
Figure 3-4 — Disaster Communications Schematic
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Jefferson County
Sheriff's Office
Port Townsend
Police Department
East Jefferson
Fire & Rescue
Jefferson County
Fire Districts
Dist. 2 - Qullcene
Dist. 3 -Port Ludlow
Dist. 4 - Brinnon
Dist. 5 - Gardiner
Jefferson County
Public Works
Warning & TTY
Connections
ACCESS(WSP TTY)
National Warning System
(NAWAS)
9 -1 -1 lines,
Dedicated Circuits
and Jeffcom
business lines
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FIGURE 3-4
DISASTER COMMUNICATIONS SCHEMATIC
JEFFCOM
Jefferson County
LAN
Email and Internet
access
Local Exchange
3 digit extensions
off the county
telephone network;
published business
lines
Special Use
Telecommunications
GlobalStar satellite system
EOC Back line (off net)
Emergency Alert
System (EAS)
EMERGENCY
MANAGEMENT {EOC)
Alternate Public
Safety Radio
CEMNET
State EOC
Kitsap EOC
Clallam EOC
Dept. of Ecology
Spill Response Units
Amateur Radio
Service
Jefferson General Hospital
Health Department
Key Facilities Network
Red Cross Shelters
Region 2 EOC's
State EOC
Mobile units as needed
Other Agency
Networks
U. S. Coast Guard
Dept. of Transportation
Port of Port Townsend
Marine Channels
Aviation Channels
Search and Rescue
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PART 3 -C
NEWS MEDIA RELATIONS - MEDIA POLICY
BACKGROUND: A consistent and professional public message is vital. This plan segment guides the
Incident Management Team attempt to keep the public informed of its activities and to cooperate with media
representatives within the recommended procedures of the Incident Command System.
This guidance will be applied uniformly to all media contact by members of the Incident Management Team
or the assigned EOC personnel in any capacity.
POLICIES
A. The EOC Director (or Incident Commander Unified Command when established) is the official IMT
spokesperson unless a Public Information Officer or other authority is identified.
B. In an activation at any level, the standards and practices of the Incident Command System (ICS)
regarding public information are used, and all releases will be approved by the EOC Director, Incident
Command (Unified Command), or designee.
C. When the EOC is supporting another agency or field operation (not the primary EOC) comments to
the media will be limited to the programs, services, and activities of the EOC as they apply to the
incident at hand. Inquiries regarding any other elements of the incident will be referred to the
responsible agency.
D. The EOC will not provide the names, addresses, or conditions of individual disaster victims. Disaster
"statistics" may be released in general terms, provided no information is released which could be
construed to identify any individual affected by the emergency.
E. Statements to the media by anyone associated with the emergency management program will not
contain personal opinions or speculation.
F. Persons should not make public announcements without coordination with the Public Information
Officer. A coordinated response prevents confusion, minimizes the possibility of conflicting
information, and makes it clear to the media who represents the "official' position.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. The news media is the most expeditious method for reaching the public in an emergency. The lack
of a local broadcast media outlet, however, requires reliance on regional media. The use of regional
media may result in incomplete or delayed dissemination of information.
B. Contact with the news media reflects directly on the joint organization, and plays an important role in
its effectiveness. A professional relationship with the news media is Important to preserving an open
channel of communication with the public.
C. A Joint Information Center (JIC) brings incident communicators together to develop, coordinate, and
deliver a unified message. A JIC is the optimal method to assure the views and activities of all
representatives are included. (See Attachment 3 -C -1 Joint Information Center.)
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D. Although the needs of the news media will be addressed to the extent possible, it is unlikely that all
their expectations will be met in a crisis.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. For dissemination of wamings to the public at risk where immediate action is necessary to preserve
life and property, the Emergency Alert System (EAS) may be activated (see Part 3A - Warning and
Alert).
B. A Public Information Officer (PIO) may be designated by the EOC Director (or Unified Command).
C. The PIO will participate in all planning meetings, and develop and disseminate news releases.
D. A Joint Information Center may be established by the PIO. Each of the participating agencies and
jurisdictions will be invited to collaborate in the release of incident information through the JIC.
E. News conferences will not be conducted in the Emergency Operations Center except in smaller
incidents when approved by the EOC Director. A remote site for such conferences will be
coordinated by the PIO.
Regular news conferences can be scheduled as the situation requires, and the PIO(s) will assist
agency spokespersons in preparation for responding to inquiries.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Department of Emergency Management:
1. Establish and maintain a community outreach program through local and regional media.
Designate a Public Information Officer, and alternate(s).
B. Public Information Officer:
1. Establish a standard media release format.
2. Establish contact with the designated spokespersons from each of the participating agencies.
3. When requested by the Incident Management Team, establish and coordinate a Joint
Information Center.
4. In an activation, coordinate development and dissemination of news releases; coordinate
information phone banks or hot lines if established; coordinate with the news media.
C. Participating agencies and organizations:
Designate an agency spokesperson (and alternate) for emergency operations.
Participate in training and exercises.
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3. Provide an agency spokesperson (PIO) to the Joint Information Center when activated.
ADDENDA
Attachment 3 -C -1 — Joint Information Center (JIC)
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ATTACHMENT 3 -C -1
JOINT INFORMATION CENTER
BACKGROUND: The prompt release of correct information, and active participation in that process by all
involved departments and agencies, will be accomplished by a joint public information concept. This plan
segment defines the procedures for coordinating the collection, development, and release of public
Information among the various elements of the overall emergency response.
Dissemination of emergency information before, during, and after an emergency or disaster through
establishment of a Joint Information Center (JIC) or equivalent (depending on the nature and scope of the
incident) is how information will be coordinated. A JIC also assures that each response agency will be
involved in developing a balanced and representative incident message.
POLICIES
A. The Joint Information Center has no authority as an independent organization. A JIC is a function of
the Incident Command System as a means to meet the information dissemination needs of Unified
Command.
B. Information releases developed by the JIC will be authorized by the EOC Manager, or Unified
Command if established, prior to dissemination.
C. Participation in the JIC by any agency or organization is voluntary. Each participating agency retains
Is responsibility for meeting individual information dissemination needs, with a focus an a coordinated
central message.
D. Each department and agency is responsible for collection and compilation of information concerning
their emergency actions. The release of information will be coordinated with the JIC.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. Timely information can reduce misinformation and fear among the public, inform residents of actions
to take to minimize risks, and is often critical to the health and safety of the community.
B. Warning of an impending emergency, directing and informing citizens on protective actions, and
continuing to inform the public during the recovery phase requires a coordinated and consistent
message.
Dissemination of emergency information may be limited by the absence of some, or all, means of
normal communication.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. For limited scope, site specific operations, the Public Information Officer (PIO) designated by the
incident command agency will handle information releases.
B. Depending on the nature and scope of the incident, an information station may be established at or
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near the scene for coordination with the news media, and support staff assigned as needed.
C. The Emergency Operations Center may be activated to assist as needed.
D. In larger incidents, or multiple simultaneous events where there is a greater need for coordinated
information, the incident command agency (of Unified Command if established according to the plan)
will designate a Public Information Officer. The PIO will be responsible for establishing and managing
a JIC.
E. Responding agencies may assign representatives to the JIC. The JIC represents all responders as a
central point of contact for the news media.
F. The location of the JIC will be determined by the unique needs of the incident. The JIC manager will
arrange for supplies and equipment through the EOC Logistics Section.
G. News releases regarding the incident will be developed by the JIC and approved by Unified Command
prior to release.
H. News conferences will be coordinated by the PIO.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Public Information Officer (or designee):
1. Establish and manage the Joint Information Center.
2. Assign staff as needed.
3. Coordinate information with the participating agency PIO's.
4. Establish a schedule for news conferences, briefings, and public information meetings.
5. Participate in Incident Action Plan development at the command staff level.
6. Obtain approval from Unified Command for all information released through the JIC.
7. Manage a rumor control function if necessary; monitor media coverage for accuracy
8. Respond to media inquiries as appropriate.
9. Establish a media hot -line if needed.
10. Coordinate interviews and provide escorts as needed.
11. Establish a community relations component to provide ongoing information to the public on the
status of the emergency and how to obtain relief services.
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B. EOC Incident Management Team:
1. Refer all media inquiries to the PIO when designated.
2. Coordinate the release of information from the EOC through the JIC when established.
3. Make sure all information releases are approved by the EOC Manager or Unified Command if
established.
C. Other departments and agencies:
1. Provide the PIO /JIC with timely information concerning emergency activities.
2. Assign a PIO to the JIC if available.
3. Coordinate all agency news releases with the JIC if established.
ADDENDA
Joint Information Center News Release Format and Example.
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EXAMPLE JIC NEWS RELEASE
OFFICIAL NEWS FROM JEFFERSON COUNTYIPORT TOWNSEND
JOINT INFORMATION CENTER (JIC)
cau^ Authorized by the Incident Management Team I Unified Command C0 "
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, October 25, 2005
Media Contact: EOC Public Information Officer- 360.385.3831, extension 586
COUNTY AND CITY EMERGENCY COMMAND CENTERS ACTIVATED
The Jefferson County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) was activated this morning
at 5:30 am by the Department of Emergency Management in response to a major storm warning
issued by the National Weather Service. The Port Townsend command post, City Command,
opened simultaneously to deal with the approaching storm.
Potentially damaging winds are expected later this afternoon according to the National
Weather Service. Winds in excess of 70 mph can cause significant damage. Local authorities
have initiated emergency procedures as a precaution.
City emergency response crews will be deployed as needed from City Command.
Coordination of county resources, and overall incident management, is the responsibility of the
Emergency Operations Center at Port Hadlock. Both the EOC and City Command will remain
operational until the threat passes.
Local emergency response and recovery agencies have been placed on alert, and are
ready to respond as needed. The state Emergency Operations Center at Camp Murray is also
activated in support of local response.
Residents are encouraged to remain attentive to changing conditions. In addition to the
predicted strong winds, a rising freezing level accompanying the storm front, and heavy rainfall
over the next forty -eight hours, could result in rapid rise of local rivers to flood level.
Additional bulletins will be issued by the Joint Information Center as conditions warrant.
Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management — Emergency Operations Center
81 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock, WA 98339 - 360- 385 -3831, extension 528
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PART 3 -D
ADOPTION AND IMPLEMENTATION
NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS)
BACKGROUND: The National Incident Management System (NIMS) establishes a comprehensive system
of incident management in order to achieve greater cooperation among all levels of government.
POLICIES
A. In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD) - S the Secretary of Homeland
Security is responsible for developing and implementing a National Incident Management System.
All federal agencies working under the jurisdiction of the DHS will adopt NIMS. HSPD -5 also requires
all State and County agencies to adopt the NIMS and use it in their individual domestic incident
management and emergency prevention, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation activities.
B. NIMS standardized procedures for managing personnel, communications, facilities and resources will
be utilized in Jefferson County. These procedures will improve Jefferson County's ability to utilize
federal funding to enhance local and state agency readiness, maintain first responder safety, and
streamline incident management processes.
C. The Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners signed a resolution mandating that the National
Incident Management System be utilized for all incident management in Jefferson County.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. A nationwide approach for federal, state, local and tribal governments to work together is essential
B. Prevention, preparation, response, and recovery from domestic incidents must be a coordinated effort
between all levels of government and non- governmental organizations which provide essential services
during and after disaster situations
C. Planning, training, and exercising is a requirement of the NIMS
D. Successful implementation of the NIMS is dependent upon a countywide approach to planning,
training, and exercising
E. Implementation of the NIMS will improve Jefferson County's ability to be ready, maintain first
responder safety, and streamline incident management processes.
F. Implementation of the NIMS is a requirement for receiving federal funding provided for enhancing local
and State readiness.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. NIMS will be adopted in four phases:
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1. Modification of basic plans to implement the NIMS standards
2. Development of the Jefferson County NIMS Implementation Plan (published under separate cover,
entitled "Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend National Incident Management System
(NIMS) Implementation Plan"
3. Provide initial training required for adoption of the NIMS.
4. Provide opportunities for credentialing / exercise of the NIMS.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. The Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management will:
1. Coordinate resources to address the full spectrum of actions to prevent, prepare for, respond to,
and recover from incidents in an all- hazards context to include terrorism, natural disasters, man-
made disasters and other contingencies.
2. Provide leadership and play a key role in communicating to the public. Help local government
agencies, people, businesses, and organizations cope and recover from the consequences of any
type of declared emergency.
3. Provide opportunities for regional and local tabletop, functional, and full -scale evaluated exercises
to evaluate NIMS implementation.
4. Review appropriate plans to ensure compliance with NIMS in regard to the Incident Command
System.
B. Fire and Law Enforcement agencies, utilizing their designated training officers, will also be
responsible for developing opportunities for NIMS awareness training, providing opportunities for
evaluation of NIMS implementation through exercises and drills, and periodically reviewing progress
toward ensuring responders are trained in NIMS.
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SECTION 4
OPERATIONS
BACKGROUND: The objective is central coordination and prioritization of all first line emergency services.
This element describes how emergency services will coordinate, and how the Emergency Operations
Center (Incident Management Team when activated) will support field agencies or assume primary
coordination in a major incident.
Section 4 encompasses law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical (pre - hospital and hospital
services), public health, public works /engineering, and the duties of the coroner.
POLICIES
A. The internal command structure of participating agencies will be retained. Nothing in this plan is
intended to interfere with the lawful and statutory authority and responsibility of the operations
agencies.
B. The operations agencies recognize and agree to common overall coordination from the primary
Emergency Operations Center when activated.
C. Mutual aid resources, and other forms of external help, will be coordinated in detail by the requesting
agency. Such help will retain its internal organizational structure.
D. In that the East Jefferson Fire and Rescue and Jefferson County Fire Protection Districts also are the
primary Emergency Medical Service providers in their jurisdictions, the Fire /EMS responsibilities in
this plan will be considered together.
E. Requests for military support to augment local resources will be coordinated with the Emergency
Operations Center. Military support must be approved by the governor. (Also see Reference Part 6 -D
— Military Support to Civil Government).
Some of the costs associated with mutual aid may be eligible for reimbursement by FEMA if they are
directly related to a Presidentially - declared emergency (including declared fires'). (Also see Part 7 -13
— Mutual Aid Reimbursement).
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. Emergency response agency capabilities are limited, and local resources may be quickly depleted.
B. Multiple simultaneous incidents may result in the demand for services exceeding capabilities, and
response may need to be prioritized at a central level.
C. Emergency response resources may be damaged or debilitated, and some emergency needs may go
unmet.
'A declared fire is a major uncontrolled fire or fire complex for which the DHS Recovery Division
Director has approved a declaration in accordance with 44CFR § 204.21.
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D. In a major event, confusion and mis- communication is likely. Some resources may be underutilized.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. First response agencies will be alerted and deployed according to standing orders.
B. Field incident command will be established as needed, and on -scene coordination undertaken
according to the Incident Command System.
C. Area Command or equivalent (at the primary EOC) may be established to coordinate response to
multiple simultaneous incidents.
D. In addition to field resources, other key agencies will be notified by the Department of Emergency
Management.
E. For complex incidents, there may be a joint responsibility for coordination of Operations.
F. A primary Emergency Operations Center may be activated, the Incident Management Team
assembled, and an Operations Coordinator assigned to carry out common coordination of first line
services.
G. Primary response agencies may be requested to assign representation to the Incident Management
Team - Operations Section.
H. For single site - specific incidents where overall incident command is retained in the field, the
Emergency Operations Center may be activated in a support role as requested by on -scene
command.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. First line agencies:
1. Develop supporting plans and procedures that clarify how they will coordinate with others and
the Emergency Operations Center.
2. Participate in training and exercises.
3. Identify a base of operations (command post or point of contact) where agency resources will
be deployed and coordinated.
4. Designate a representative (and alternate) to the Incident Management Team.
B. Operations Coordinator:
Assist first line agencies in developing procedures for coordinating with the Emergency
Operations Center.
2. Participate in training and exercises designed to strengthen coordination of first line services.
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ADDENDA
Part 4 -A— Law Enforcement
Part 4 -B — Fire /Emergency Medical
Part 4 -C — Public Health
Part 4 -D — Public Works and Engineering
Part 4 -E — Coroner
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LAW ENFORCEMENT
BACKGROUND: The objective is effective application of local and mutual aid law enforcement resources.
This plan segment identifies law enforcement roles and responsibilities during a disaster, and encompasses
disaster operations of the Jefferson County Sheriffs Office and the Port Townsend Police Department, and
any mutual aid or support resources assigned in an emergency.
POLICIES
A. Law enforcement mutual aid resources supplied by other jurisdictions will remain under the command
of their parent agency but will operate under the direction and control of the requesting agency.
B. The Washington Mutual Aid Peace Officers Powers Act', provides authority for police officers from
other jurisdictions to enforce local ordinances. The law authorizes a general authority Washington
"peace officer" to enforce traffic or criminal laws outside of their own jurisdiction in limited
circumstances including: written consent of the sheriff or chief of police in whose primary territorial
jurisdiction the exercise of the powers occurs; or in response to the request of a peace officer with
enforcement authority.
C. Local and mutual aid resources must be exhausted before requesting law enforcement assistance
from the State Emergency Operations Center.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. The capacity of local law enforcement resources may be exceeded by disaster conditions, and
outside assistance may be required.
B. Conditions may necessitate the law enforcement incident command authority to prioritize response
outside of normal procedures. Some emergency needs may not be met due to conditions beyond
control.
C. Some routine law enforcement activities may need to be suspended.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office will exercise overall authority and responsibility for law
enforcement activities in the unincorporated portion of Jefferson County.
B. The Port Townsend Police Department will exercise authority and responsibility for law enforcement
activities inside the City.
C. Mutual aid assistance will be requested through the primary Emergency Operations Center.
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. D. Internal plans and procedures will define how law enforcement will carry out their assignment.
E. Provisions will be made to assign command representation to the Emergency Operations Center to
assure overall law enforcement coordination.
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F. Provisions will be made to keep the EOC advised of law enforcement activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. The disaster responsibilities of the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office and the Port Townsend Police
Department include but are not limited to:
1. Law enforcement.
2. Traffic control.
3. Facility security.
4. Perimeter control and disaster site access.
5. Crowd control.
6. Evacuation.
7. Assistance with damage assessment.
8. Assistance with dissemination of warning.
9. Search and rescue operations.
10. Assistance with emergency communications.
B. Law enforcement shall provide command level representation to the EOC Incident Management Team
when requested, or may assume Unified Command depending on the nature and scope of the
incident.
ADDENDA
Attachment 4 -A -1 — Search and Rescue
Attachment 4 -A -2 — Evacuation Plan (reserved for future use)
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SEARCH AND RESCUE
BACKGROUND: The objective is a comprehensive and collaborative program of search and rescue (SAR)
for Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend, including how local law enforcement will execute a
search and rescue program as required by RCW 38.52.400, and how that responsibility is coordinated with
other agencies.
POLICIES
A. The chief law enforcement officer of each jurisdiction is responsible for local search and rescue
activities.
B. As required by the law, the incident command system will be used for multi-agency/multi-jurisdiction
search and rescue operations.
C. The Department of Emergency Management will work in a coordinating capacity directly supporting
all search and rescue activities and registering emergency search and rescue workers according to
the requirements of WAC 118 -04.
D. The chief law enforcement officer (or designee) may restrict access to a specific search and rescue
area to authorized personnel only. Access shall be restricted only for the period of time necessary to
accomplish the search and rescue mission. No unauthorized person shall interfere with a SAR
mission.'
E. When SAR activities result in the discovery of a deceased person, or SAR workers assist in the
recovery of human remains, the chief law enforcement officer of the jurisdiction shall ensure
compliance with RCW Chapter 68.50 - Recovery of human remains.
F. All volunteer Search and Rescue personnel will be registered as emergency workers as provided by
law. Where expedient (extemporaneous) volunteers are needed to assist, they will be registered on-
scene as temporary emergency workers by the SAR Coordinator.
G. The chief law enforcement officer (or designee) is responsible for obtaining a Mission Number from the
state Emergency Management Division for all SAR operations, including training and evidence
searches.
H. The Jefferson County Sheriffs Office, Search and Rescue Program Policies and Procedures are
included herein by reference.
Recognized search and rescue organization means any local volunteer search and rescue group that
meets the minimum requirements of the Jefferson County Sheriffs Search and Rescue Program and
that has applied for and been granted recognition by the Sheriff as an authorized resource.
'RCW 38.52.400(1) - Search and rescue activities - powers and duties of local officials.
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SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. The lack of local SAR resources may require outside assistance in order to carry out a search and
rescue operation.
B. Some rescue operations conducted by trained fire department/district personnel may take place
concurrently with the SAR operations conducted under this plan.
C. Large scale SAR operations may require expedient recruitment of volunteer personnel to augment the
ranks of local SAR teams.
D. Some SAR situations will require special skills and certifications such as confined space rescue,
trench rescue, etc.
E. Local SAR units are the primary resource for wilderness SAR operations, under the coordination of
the Sheriff's Office.
F. The county SAR organization, using practiced land search techniques, is the appropriate resource for
missing persons in the City of Port Townsend when help is requested by the Police Department.
SAR operations in the city remain the responsibility of the Police Department.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. The Jefferson County Search and Rescue Program is established to discharge the statutory
obligation of the Sheriff to provide a durable emergency search and rescue capability, and to make
maximum use of volunteer organizations and other essential resources to efficiently accomplish that
purpose.
B. JeffCom will be the 24 -hour central notification and reaction point for situations that may involve SAR
operations. The Sheriff's Office will maintain standing orders for activation of the search and rescue
capability.
C. The Port Townsend Police Department may request search assistance from the Sheriffs Office to
augment city resources.
D. The designated Sheriffs Office SAR Coordinator (or alternate) will determine the appropriate response
resources, and order activation as needed.
E. The SAR Coordinator will notify the state Emergency Management Division, Duty Officer, and obtain
a Mission Number as required.
F. The Department of Emergency Management will provide assistance as needed, including activation of
the Emergency Operations Center at a level appropriate for supporting field SAR operations, providing
ARES /RACES support, etc.
G. The SAR Coordinator will marshal forces, establish a base of operations, stage resources, develop
search strategy, make assignments, and coordinate response as required by the nature and scope of
the emergency.
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H. Partner agencies will provide support where appropriate.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Sheriffs Office:
Designate a Search and Rescue Coordinator (and alternates) to assure 24 -hour coverage.
2. Provide equipment and support to the SAR Coordinator needed in carrying out SAR operations.
3. Identify, organize, train, equip, and mobilize search and rescue volunteer forces to provide
assistance when needed.
Port Townsend Police Department:
Maintain a working arrangement with the Sheriff's Office for the mobilization of search and
rescue resources to augment city search operations as needed.
2. Identify additional city resources that could be utilized for search and rescue operations.
C. Department of Emergency Management:
1. Provide for the registration of search and rescue volunteers as emergency workers, and
maintain current records regarding qualifications, training, and participation.
2. Receive and record mission records, and forward to the state Emergency Management Division
as required.
3. Support SAR operations as needed, including activation of the Emergency Operations Center,
communications support capabilities, or otherwise as requested by the SAR Coordinator.
D. Recognized search and rescue organizations:
Identify, recruit, train volunteer personnel to perform search and rescue activities.
2. Assure compliance with the requirements of WAG 118 -04 regarding search and rescue
activities.
3. Maintain a capability to mobilize forces when requested.
E. Other search and rescue resources requested by the SAR Coordinator:
Support SAR operations as needed consistent with their capabilities.
2. Recognize the responsibility of the SAR Coordinator for overall direction and control of the
search and rescue operation for which they were requested.
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Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Search and Rescue Policies and Procedures (published separately),
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PART 4 -B
FIRE AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES'
BACKGROUND: Rapid and coordinated response to the emergency needs of the community in time of
disaster. Part 4 -B provides an operational framework for the best possible utilization of fire /EMS resources
and effective operations at the scene.
This attachment encompasses the disaster - related activities of the fire and pre - hospital EMS resources of
the Jefferson County fire protection districts and the Port Townsend Fire Department. It also identifies
participation in the regional and state mobilization of fire and emergency medical resources to assist in a
local emergency.
POLICIES
A. Nothing in this plan is intended to replace or alter the provisions of the Fire Defense Mobilization Plan
or the Olympic Regional Fire Defense Plan.
The Olympic Regional Fire Defense Plan is integrated with the Jefferson County Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan. The Regional Defense Plan area encompasses Clallam and Jefferson
Counties.
C. Mutual aid resources supplement local capabilities. Regional response can be requested when all
local and mutual aid resources are deployed. State level response can be requested when all
regional resources are deployed and the situation is not stabilized.
D. All participating fire /EMS agencies will use the National Incident Management System.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. In a disaster, fire /EMS capacity may be quickly exhausted. Some resources may be damaged, and
conditions may limit ground response. Outside assistance may be required.
B. Effective application of mutual aid will require the favorable use of the Incident Command System.
C. Conditions may necessitate the fire /EMS incident command authority to prioritize response outside
of normal procedures. Some emergency needs may not be met due to conditions beyond control.
D. Agreements between districts and departments, consolidations, and other changes that may take
place over time, may modify how this plan will be executed. The basic concept of coordination
remains the same.
'Fire and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) provisions have been included in the same plan
segment because the fire districts and departments in Jefferson County are also responsible for EMS, and
their resources are usually co- mingled.
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CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. Local fire protection districts, and the municipal fire department, have the primary responsibility for
suppression and control of fires within their respective jurisdictions. For those incidents requiring
additional support, mutual aid agreements are in place. Standing orders further define consolidation
of resources and automatic response.
B. The county -wide mutual aid agreement includes:
All Jefferson County fire protection districts.
2. The Port Townsend Fire Department.
3. Indian Island Fire Department (U. S. Navy).
C. Jefferson County Fire District No. 3 has a mutual aid agreement with Kitsap County Fire Districts No.
10 and No. 18.
D. Jefferson County Fire District No. 5 has an inter - county mutual aid agreement with Clallam County
Fire District No. 3, as do the cities of Port Townsend and Port Angeles.
E. The Olympic Regional Fire Defense Plan' is activated when local resources are depleted.
F. During a declared emergency, the Fire Coordinator may be located at the Emergency Operations
Center to assume overall coordination consistent with the provisions of the CEMP.
G. The Olympic Regional Fire Coordinator will be notified of all major activations.
H. At the earliest opportunity, local fire /EMS agencies will make an initial assessment of their
personnel, apparatus, and facilities and report this information to the Emergency Operations Center.
I. To the extent possible, local fire /EMS agencies may be requested to make initial damage
assessments of their jurisdictions and report this information to the primary Emergency Operations
Center. Initial damage assessment should include:
What has happened (scope of the emergency).
2. What can be done with existing resources.
3. What are the shortfalls and /or what specific assistance is needed.
J. Fire resources may be requested by the EOC to assist with dissemination of warnings by use of
public address systems on apparatus or other direct means.
K. The EOC will provide assistance and support of field operations as needed, to include logistics
support, coordination of emergency public information, etc.
2The Fire Defense Plan includes both fire and EMS resources.
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RESPONSIBILITIES
A. County fire protection districts and the Port Townsend Fire Department:
1. Fire suppression and control in their respective jurisdictions.
2. Support to other agencies through standing orders or mutual aid plans.
3. Rescue operations (in coordination with law enforcement).
4. Assistance in dissemination of warnings.
5. Assistance with evacuation.
6. Emergency medical response.
7. Assistance with damage assessment.
8. Initial hazardous materials response (consistent with agency training and capability) .3
B. Department of Emergency Management:
1. Establish and maintain an alert and warning capability.
2. Activate the Emergency Operations Center in support of a field operation where needed.
3. Serve as point of contact for requesting additional resources outside of mutual aid.
C. Olympic Region Fire Resources Coordinator:
Responsible for overall coordination of county fire services activities during a declared
emergency.
2. Coordinate activation of the Regional Fire Defense Plan.
D. JeffCom:
Deploy fire and EMS resources according to standing orders or as prioritized by fire/EMS
incident command authority.
2. Act as the Regional Dispatch Center (single point of contact) for activation of the Regional Fire
Defense Plan.
3The Washington State Patrol is the designated incident command agency for hazardous materials
incidents in Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend.
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ADDENDA
Figure 4 -1 — Fire /EMS Coverage in Jefferson County
Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Plan (published separately as CEMP Annex B)
Olympic Regional Fire Defense Plan (published separately)
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FIGURE 4 -1
FIREIEMS COVERAGE IN JEFFERSON COUNTY
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Agency
Population
Coverage
Geography /features
East Jefferson Fire and Rescue
13,600
71.5 sq.
Admiralty Inlet
(formerly Port Townsend Fire
miles
Beckett Point
Department, Fire District No. 1, and
Cape George
Fire District No. 6
Center
Chimacum
City of Port Townsend
East Discovery Bay
Fort Worden
Fort Flagler
Glen Cove
Irondale
JC International Airport
Kale Point
Marrowstone Island
Nordland
Oak Bay
Port Townsend Bay
Port Hadlock
Strait of Juan de Fuca
Jefferson County Fire District No. 2
1,500
70 sq. miles
Big Quilcene River
Coyle Peninsula
Dabob Bay
Little Quilcene River
Quilcene Bay
Quilcene
Thorndyke Bay
Jefferson County Fire District No. 3
4,600
55 sq. miles
Hood Canal Bridge
Mats Mats
Paradise Bay
Port Ludlow
Shine
Squamish Harbor
Jefferson County Fire District No. 4
1,951
131 sq. miles
Brinnon
Dosewallips River
Dosewallips State Park
Duckabush River
Hood Canal south
Pleasant Harbor
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Jefferson County Fire District No. 5
x
35 sq. miles
Discovery Bay
Gardiner
Eaglemount
Fairmount
Jefferson County Fire District No. 7
75
4 sq. miles
Clearwater
(inactive)
Washington State Department of
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State lands
Natural Resources (DNR)
U. S. Forest Service
Forest Lands - Quilcene
Ranger District
Indian Island Fire Department
3.5 sq. miles
U. S. Naval Magazine, Indian
Island
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PART 4 -C
PUBLIC HEALTH
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BACKGROUND: The objective is rapid identification and response to the health needs of the community in
the event of a major emergency or disaster, and overall coordination of public health resources.
This plan segment defines the role of the Jefferson County Department of Health and Human Services in
regional partnership with Kitsap County Health District, Clallam County Health and Human Services, the
Washington State Department of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Jefferson County
Department of Emergency Management, and other local, state, and federal agencies.
POLICIES
A. The Jefferson County Department of Health and Human Services, Emergency Response Plan, dated
December 19, 2003 (as amended) is the comprehensive plan for county-wide mitigation,
preparedness, response, and recovery activities as they apply to public health. That plan is included
herein in its entirety by reference.
B. A public health emergency is a condition that threatens the health, safety, and qualify of life of
Jefferson County residents. Public health emergencies include major infectious disease incidents,
terrorist attacks employing chemical or radiological weapons, or conditions resulting from natural
disasters.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. Health emergencies are usually not confined by county, state, or international borders. A mobile
society could result in the rapid spread of disease well beyond its source.
B. Rapid identification of the threat, and timely communication with the persons at risk, are crucial to
reduction of the impact of an outbreak.
C. Jefferson County health authorities will be relied upon to provide interpretation of complex health
conditions and guidance to local emergency response agencies.
D. Support to public health operations by local emergency response agencies may be limited due to a
shortage of resources.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. A standing procedure for monitoring trends in communicable disease is in place. Health providers,
laboratories, health care facilities, veterinarians, and others are required to report specified notifiable
conditions to the local health jurisdiction.
S. A chain of command is established to manage health response activities should the system be
activated.
C. Regular communications with emergency response partners will be maintained by the Health
Department. The facilities of the Emergency Operations Center may be used for this purpose.
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D. The primary point of contact within the Health Department is the Local Emergency Response
Coordinator (LERC).
E. The Health Lead (Unified Command) is the Health Officer (or designee). The Health Officer will
operate from the county Emergency Operations Center when appropriate.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Health Officer:
Decide public health policy, maintain contact with other agencies, develop public health
priorities, lead public health response, and delegate tasks as needed in a public health
emergency.
2. Activate the Health ICS and implement the appropriate portions of the Health and Human
Services Emergency Response Plan.
3. Assume lead role on public health issues in Unified Command when established at the EOC.
B. Director of Health and Human Services:
Establish a chain of command for the management of Health Department responsibilities during
an emergency.
2. Establish and equip a primary and alternate location for the management of Public Health
response.
3. Maintain regular communication with emergency response partners via the facilities of the
Emergency Operations Center.
C. Local (Health) Emergency Response Coordinator:
Serve as the primary point of contact with the Health Department for matters pertaining to
health emergency planning, preparedness, and response.
2. Develop and maintain working relationships with community partners.
3. Procure supplies needed to support emergency response activities.
D. EOC Incident Management Team (Department of Emergency Management):
1. Implement the appropriate portions of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (this
plan).
2. Support the implementation of the HHS Emergency Response Plan, and coordinate county and
city resources needed to assist public health activities.
3. Establish communication with the Health ECC (Health Command).
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4. Integrate activities with the Health ICS structure at the Health ECC.
5. Support Health Command with dissemination of emergency information to the public.
6. Provide logistics support in coordination with the Health Command Logistics Section.
7. Assist with recruitment and assignment of volunteers as requested by Health Command.'
E. Emergency Medical Service providers (fire districts and departments):
1: Implement emergency response plans.
2. Report instances of suspicious illness to the Department of Health and Human Services.
3. Support emergency public health activities as required.
F. Law Enforcement:
1. Coordinate investigative activities and evidence handling with the Health Department when
criminal acts are suspected.
2. Transport lab specimens to the Washington State Department of Health Public Health
Laboratory when the specimen is a suspicious substance that constitutes a credible threat.
3. Provide perimeter and facility security.
4. Coordinate with the Federal Bureau of Investigation when criminal acts are suspected.
5. Support the orders of the Health Officer by enforcing isolation and quarantine activities.
6. Assist the Coroner in the management and identification of deceased victims.
ADDENDA
Attachment 4 -C -1 (reserved for future use)
Health and Human Services Emergency Response Plan, Jefferson County Health and Human Services,
December 2003 (published separately)
'Volunteers are registered as Emergency Workers in accordance with WAC 118 -04. Licensed
health care providers, volunteering without compensation, will be classified as 118 -04 -100 (10) - Medical.
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PART 4 -D
PUBLIC WORKS AND ENGINEERING
BACKGROUND:
This plan segment addresses necessary public works and engineering activities including but not limited to:
temporary repair of essential facilities, inspection of facilities for structural condition and safety, assisting in
traffic control by providing barricades and signs, and other activities as necessary to cope with an
emergency or disaster.
POLICIES
It is the policy of Jefferson County to provide public works response services to lands, facilities, and roads
under county jurisdiction. Response to private property problems shall be done only when a county facility,
such as a culvert, is causing problems or when life or public health is threatened.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. An emergency or disaster may cause extensive damage to property and infrastructure. Structures
may be destroyed or severely weakened. Public buildings, bridges, and other facilities may have to
be reinforced or demolished to ensure safety. Debris may make streets and highways impassable.
Utilities may be damaged or be partially or fully inoperable.
B. Access to disaster areas may be dependent upon the re- establishment of ground routes. In many
locations, debris clearance and emergency road repairs will be given priority to support immediate
lifesaving response activities.
C. An assessment of damages incurred will be required to determine potential work load. In the event of
an earthquake, aftershocks following the initial earthquake may require a re- evaluation of previously
assessed structures.
D. Emergency declarations and environmental waivers may be needed for disposal of materials from
debris clearance and demolition activities for the protection of threatened public and / or private
property.
E. Outside contractors may be required to supplement and compliment Jefferson County Public Works
assets.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. Jefferson County Public Works is the lead agency for the coordination of public works and
engineering functions.
A chain of command is established to manage public works activities.
C. Any of the chain of command, when acting on behalf of the Director of Public Works, has the
authority of the Director in matters of disaster operations and policy.
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D. An assessment of damage, what can be done to mitigate the effects of that damage, when repairs
can be accomplished, and what is needed, shall be relayed to the Jefferson County Emergency
Operations Center.
E. Upon the occurrence of an emergency or disaster, Public Works shall identify a point of contact for
the Emergency Operations Center.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Providing debris clearance, emergency protective measures, emergency and temporary repairs, and /
or construction.
B. Provide light and heavy construction, emergency equipment and supplies
C. Provide damage assessments and inspections of county buildings, roads, bridges and facilities for
public safety concerns
D. Provide a preliminary financial estimate of damage and make that available to the Emergency
Operations Center.
E. Provide for emergency restoration of county facilities and assist in relocation of essential county
services if required
F. Perform or contract major recover work to restore damage public facilities
G. Provide traffic control signs and barricades for road closures and detours, and provide operational
control of traffic signals and flashers under county jurisdiction.
H. Coordinate the damage assessment for transportation routes within Jefferson County, the
identification of alternate emergency transportation routes, and communicate these routes to
the Emergency Operations Center.
I. Provide support and coordination for emergency transportation planning
J. Provide a liaison and point of contact for communicating with the Emergency Operations Center
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CORONER
I. BACKGROUND: The objective is coordination of identification and disposition of human remains in a
major disaster.
II. POLICIES
A. Jurisdiction over all persons deceased as a result of disaster is vested in the county coroner in
accordance with RCW 68.50.015.
B. The coroner, or authorized deputy, will be responsible for removal, transportation, storage, and
disposition of deceased persons.
C. The coroner, or authorized deputy, will be responsible for coordinating with investigative agencies in
the case of a bio- terrorism event.
D. The coroner, or authorized deputy, will be responsible for coordinating with military departments if
the incident involves military property / personnel.
Ill. SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. Local resources for the proper handling and disposition of deceased persons may be quickly
exceeded.
B. If local resources for proper handling and disposition of the dead are exceeded, the State and /or
Federal Government may provide supplemental assistance for identification, movement, storage,
and disposition of the dead.
C. The County Coroner may make a request for such assistance through the Emergency Operations
Center or to the State Department of Health.
IV. CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. Human remains will be located by emergency response personnel, or reported to authorities by
private individuals.
B. The coroner will be advised, and will determine the amount of investigation and documentation
necessary before removal.
C. Emergency response agencies, when resources are available, will assist with recovery of human
remains under the direction of the coroner.
D. If local resources for proper handling and disposition of remains are exceeded, supplemental
assistance can be requested through the Emergency Operations Center.
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V. RESPONSIBILITIES
The Jefferson County Prosecutor serves as the Coroner in Jefferson County. Deaths due to contagious
disease fall under the purview of the Coroner. Responsibilities of the coroner include but are not limited
to:
A. Establish the identity of the deceased if possible.
B. Prepare and sign a certificate of death reflecting the cause and classification of death.
C. Take custody of any and all personal effects found at the death scene and safeguard them until the
legal next of kin is determined.
D. In cases where the next of kin are not already aware, the coroner will go to their home and notify
them of the death.
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SECTION 5
PLANS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT
BACKGROUND: The objective is to collect, analyze, organize, and display incident information at the
Emergency Operations Center to facilitate decision making, assignment of priorities, the organization of
resources, and the mobilization of outside assistance if needed.
POLICIES
A. Response to life threat takes precedence over any reporting requirement. Requests for reports must
not interfere with emergency operations.
B. Federal assistance is supplemental to local and state efforts, aided by private relief organizations.
C. Each county and city department or agency is responsible for establishing internal procedures for
assessing damage and reporting that information to the EOC.
D. Private sector damage assessment information (names, addresses, and other personal data
associated with individual damage reports) is for official use only and is classified confidential. Public
release of raw statistical data is authorized.
E. Information priorities are:
1. Lifelines (roads, bridges, power lines).
2. Critical facilities.
3. Private damage (homes, businesses, agriculture).
4. Public facilities damage.
5. Other observations relevant to the incident.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. Accurate and timely information is needed to understand the nature and scope of the emergency and
methods will be assembled from a variety of sources. From this information (intelligence), briefings
will be conducted, and action plans developed with an overall strategy for response to identified
needs. Planning is a continuing cycle of assessment, plan development, execution, and evaluation.
(See Figure 5 -1, Incident Planning Cycle)
B. Agencies in the field may be requested by the EOC Plans Section to submit periodic reports on
conditions.
C. Collection of information may be impeded by communications failures, transportation problems, or
other unforeseen obstacles. Early information will likely be vague, inaccurate, or incomplete.
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D. Information needs will change as the incident evolves into the recovery phase.
E. The priorities in relaying information to the EOC are: timeliness, followed by quantity, then quality
information. Where information is incomplete, it should nevertheless be forwarded to the EOC, with
appropriate notations regarding reliability.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. A Plans Section coordinator may be assigned at the primary EOC and will staff, organize, and
supervise the section.
The Plans Section will initiate collection, analysis, and display of incident information at the EOC.
C. Functional units may be added as needed.
1. Situation Unit — Responsible for collection, processing, organization, and display of all incident
information in the Emergency Operations Center.
2. Documentation Unit — Establish and maintain incident logs and files for legal, analytical, and
historical purposes.
3. Field observers — Collect situation information from personal observation as assigned by the
Situation Unit leader (or Plans Section coordinator).
4. Damage Assessment Unit — Implement and coordinate the damage assessment process.
D. Reporting requirements may include:
1. Status Reports (field) - structured initial reports to the EOC from partner agencies, city and
county departments, and field units.
2. Spot Report - reports to the EOC about specific conditions upon request.
3. Situation Reports (SITREPS) - Periodic summaries of conditions originating from the local or
state EOC.
4. Preliminary Damage Assessment (PDA) reports - initial recovery cost estimates (see
Attachment 5 -A -1 — Public Entity Damage Reporting).
E. Damage Assessment process consists of:
Windshield Survey (Initial Assessment) — early status reporting from field agencies and the
collection of raw damage information. This phase usually takes place in the first twenty -four
hours.
2. Needs Assessment — information collected by the Red Cross (and affiliates) that identifies the
degree of impact on individuals as a basis for mobilizing relief. Usually done concurrently with
the Windshield Survey.
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3. Preliminary Damage Assessment — an estimate of the degree of loss or damage as a basis for
requesting state or federal aid.
4. Detailed Damage Analysis — technical verification of preliminary damage estimates on a
project -by- project basis after receipt of a Presidential declaration.
Damage assessment encompasses two major sectors:
Private Sector damage — Homes, business, farms, and industrial operations.
2. Public Sector damage - Publically owned and certain non - profit property and facilities.
G. Coordination of damage assessment may be turned over to the Recovery Committee when
established.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Department of Emergency Management: Establish procedures for coordinating information in the
EOC.
1. Develop methods for message flow, collection, analysis, display, and dissemination.
2. Provide Plans Section staffing and facilities.
3. Prepare standardized reporting formats and reporting procedures.
4. Activate the Incident Management Team and staff the Plans Section as needed.
B. County and City Offices and Departments: Provide timely reports to the EOC.
1. Collect information from field representatives or other sources as appropriate.
2. Request spot reports from the field if needed.
3. Provide information to the EOC on the status of their facilities and programs.
4. Provide Spot reports as requested by the EOC.
ADDENDA
Figure 5 -1, Incident Planning Cycle
Part 5 -A — Damage Assessment
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FIGURE 5 -1
INCIDENT PLANNING CYCLE
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Q� Gather Incident intelligence w
., Monitor and chart relevant conditions
Identify lifeline stoppages 2�
Identify resources
Prepare incident summary
Draft control objectives
Establish operational strategy
Prepare Incident Action Plan
Brief personnel and distribute the plan
Carry out the action plan
Monitor and chart relevant conditions
Evaluate planning effectiveness
Seek feedback from all agencies
Identify unmet needs
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PART 5 -A
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
BACKGROUND: The objective is rapid determination of the nature and scope of the damage as a basis for
deciding the types of assistance needed and the assignment of priorities. This attachment provides
guidelines for general needs assessment, initial damage reporting, preliminary damage overview, and
prefatory damage cost assessment.
POLICIES
A. Damage assessment and reporting should not interfere with emergency life- saving operations.
B. Private damage means harm to privately owned homes, business, or farms.
C. Public damage means harm to county and municipal property and facilities, public utilities, public
educational institutions, parks, certain qualified non - profit facilities.'
D. Federal assistance for repair of damage requires a Presidential declaration of major emergency or
disaster .2
E. Eligibility for cost recovery, if any, will be based on full documentation.' No emergency activity
should be contingent on a Federal government emergency or disaster declaration.
F. No information regarding specific individual (private) damage will be released in any form which
contains names, addresses, or any other identification. Statistical information, where nothing
contained in it can be used to identify an individual, may be used for reporting purposes.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. A preliminary evaluation of the type and degree of damage, assessment of potential loss, and other
details are essential for response and recovery operations.
B. Initial reports will likely be fragmented and provide an incomplete picture of the extent and magnitude
of damage.
C. There may be a shortage of individuals qualified to assess the damage in the early stages of the
emergency.
'This is for reference purposes only. There is no intent here to define qualification for public
assistance in detail.
2Activation of the Provisions of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance
Act (as amended).
3See Part 7 -A— Cost Documentation and Reporting.
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D. An individual and family "needs assessment" is conducted by the Red Cross concurrently with
damage assessment. The needs assessment is used to determine the kinds of human services
required.
CONCEPT OF OPERATION
A. Immediately following a major emergency or disaster an assessment of damage will be coordinated
by the EOC.
B. A Damage Assessment Team may be assembled to coordinate this activity.
C. A "windshield survey', (pass through, drive through or fly over) will be conducted to identify priorities
and to develop a rough estimate of the scope.
D. Some emergency response agencies will automatically execute standing orders and conduct
"windshield surveys" of their area of jurisdiction, and make initial reports to the EOC.
E.
Partner agencies will report damage observed to the EOC.
F.
The opportunity for individuals to report private damage will be established as needed.
G.
The cost of repair to eligible public property will be determined. Qualified public agencies will be
requested to report estimates of the cost to return property to pre- disaster conditions.
(See Attachment 5 -A -1 and Figure 5 -2, Entities That May Be Eligible for Post Disaster Public
Assistance).
H.
Initial reports of damage will be forwarded to the EOC from multiple sources, including county and
city departments, first response agencies, and others. (See Figure 5 -3, Damage Assessment
Process).
I.
Citizen reports of damage will be routed to the EOC Plans Section (Situation Unit if activated).
Reports will be collected to give an initial picture of damage location, trends, and scope.
J.
Spot reports may be requested by the EOC for areas lacking information or where additional damage
data may be needed.
K.
Depending on the nature and scope of the incident, a Declaration of Emergency may be requested by
the Department of Emergency Management,
L.
Assessment of individual needs (private damage) will be undertaken by the American Red Cross.
The results of that private assessment will be shared with the EOC according to ARC procedures.
M.
Depending on the scope of the incident, the Department of Community Development (Building
Department) will conduct structural inspections to determine if they are safe to occupy.
N.
The State Emergency Operations Center will be advised when the Preliminary Damage Assessment
(PDA) is in progress.
O.
PDA forms will be forwarded to the State Emergency Management Division no more than eleven days
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from the occurrence. (See Figure 5 -3 — Damage Assessment Process, and Figure 5-4 - Preliminary
Damage Assessment Timelines).
P. The Governor may make a request for Presidential declaration of emergency or disaster based on the
Preliminary Damage Assessment information from the impacted counties.
Q. Upon receipt of a Presidential declaration of emergency or disaster, FEMA will establish a phone -in
capability for receipt of individual damage reports. Once the disaster is declared, local jurisdictions
are not included in the information exchange between the assistance applicants and FEMA.4
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Department of Emergency Management:
1. Establish a damage reporting system.
2. Initiate windshield surveys and preliminary damage assessment.
3. Activate the Emergency Operations Center and coordinate receipt of damage reports.
4. Assemble and summarize damage information to be forwarded to the State Emergency
Management Division.
B. Department of Public Works (county and city):
1. Establish procedures for rapid assessment of damage to county/city facilities under the control
of the Department of Public Works,
2. Make early damage reports or estimates to the Emergency Operations Center.
3. Coordinate damage assessment teams to prepare cost estimates to be included in the PDA.
4. Establish and maintain a records - keeping process to fully document the damage assessment
process.
C. Other Partner Agencies (i.e. Law, Fire, etc):
1. Develop internal plans for making rapid windshield surveys of their areas of jurisdiction.
Establish internal procedures for assessing damage to the organization's facilities and
services.
3. Make initial damage reports to the Emergency Operations Center.
4When individuals report damage or loss to FEMA, the Federal Privacy Act (5 U. S. C. § 552a) as
amended prohibits the release of applicant information back to the local jurisdiction in anything other than
summary statistical form. That statistical information cannot be used to make any determination about an
identifiable individual.
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4. Provide preliminary repair cost figures to the EOC when requested during the PDA process.
(See Attachment 5 -A -1).
5. Establish and maintain a records - keeping process to fully document the damage assessment
process.
ADDENDA
Figure 5 -2 — Entities That May Be Eligible for Post Disaster Public Assistance
Figure 5 -3 - Damage Assessment Process (earthquake scenario)
Figure 5-4 — Preliminary Damage Assessment Timelines
Attachment 5 -A -1 — Public Entity Damage Reporting
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FIGURE 5 -2
ENTITIES THAT MAY BE ELIGIBLE
FOR POST- DISASTER PUBLIC ASSISTANCE'
(These organizations should . report damage, if any, during the PDA period)
City of Port Townsend
all departments
Jefferson County
all departments
East Jefferson Fire and Rescue
Jefferson County Fire Protection District No. 2 (Quilcene)
Jefferson County Fire Protection District No. 3 (Port Ludlow)
Jefferson County Fire Protection District No. 4 (Brinnon)
Jefferson County Fire Protection District No. 5 (Gardiner)
Jefferson County Library District
Jefferson County Public Utility District No. 1
Jefferson Health Care (Hospital District No. 2)
Jefferson Transit Authority
Parks and Recreation District No. 1 (Coyle)
Port Ludlow Drainage District
Port of Port Townsend
School District No. 20 - Queets- Clearwater
School District No. 45 - Brinnon
School District No. 48 - Quilcene
School District No. 49 - Chimacum
School District No. 50 - Port Townsend
Water District No. 1 - Port Ludlow
Water District No. 2 - Brinnon
Water District No. 3 - Quilcene
'May not be an all inclusive, complete list. Certain private non - profit organizations may also
qualify. Eligibility requirements change often.
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FIGURE 5 -3
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FIGURE 5-4
PRELIMINARY DAMAGE ASSESSMENT TIMELINES
Day 1
Day 4
Day 11
Day 12
Day 15
Day 22
Day 23
Day 25
Day 30
Disaster Occurs
Decision to request PDA
forms to be completed
Completed PDA forms due
from Counties
Decision to pursue
PDA is made by state EMD
Joint PDA scheduled
and started
EOC initiates
windshield surveys
All eligible agencies
polled for PDA
Additional PDA
data compiled
Figure 5d: PDA Timelines - page 7 of 1
PDA completed and
data compiled
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disaster declaration prepared
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to the governor
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ATTACHMENT 5 -A -1
PUBLIC ENTITY DAMAGE REPORTING
BACKGROUND: A local request for state and/or federal assistance in an emergency is based on initial
loss estimates. Public entities may qualify for relief under the FEMA Public Assistance Program if the
qualified cost is directly related to a Presidentially declared emergency or disaster.
POLICIES
A. For public entities to be included in the Public Assistance Program, they must report damage, loss,
or extraordinary cost to the Emergency Operations Center during the preliminary damage
assessment (PDA) process. Initial reports are required within seventy -two hours.
B. Damage reporting for recovery purposes is in addition to those reports needed to determine the nature
and scope of the emergency.
C. Eligibility for cost recovery will be determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The
following are the general eligibility criteria:'
Eligible applicants:
a. Cities.
b. Counties.
C. Special purpose districts.
d. Critical non - profit organizations.
e. Tribes.
2. Eligible projects:
a. The direct result of the declared event.
b. Located within the declared area.
C. The legal responsibility of the eligible applicant.
d. Not under the authority of another federal program.
3. Types of work:
a. Emergency work - actions taken to save lives, protect public health and safety, and
prevent damage to improved public and private property.
'For reference only. Eligibility is interpreted by FEMA, and changes frequently.
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(1) Debris removal.
(2) Warning (barricades, signs, and announcements).
(3) Security.
(4) Construction of temporary levees.
(5) Provision of shelters or emergency mass care.
(6) Sandbagging.
(7) Bracing /shoring of damaged structures.
(8) Provision of food, water, ice and other essential needs.
(9) Emergency repairs.
(10) Emergency demolition.
(11) Removal of health and safety hazards (includes debris removal from streets or
highways to allow the safe passage of emergency vehicles, and debris removal
from public property to eliminate health and safety hazards).
b. Permanent work — restoration of facilities to pre- disaster conditions and capacity.
(1) Road systems.
(2) Water control facilities.
(3) Public buildings and equipment.
(4) Public utility systems.
(5) Parks and other facilities.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. The effectiveness of the Preliminary Damage Assessment is based on timely damage reports from
the field.
B. "Negative reports" from public entities (no damage to report following an event) are helpful in gaining a
full understanding of the scope.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. When a major incident occurs, public entities take immediate action to prevent further injury or
damage.
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B. When the immediate threat is past, a rapid assessment of conditions will be undertaken (windshield
survey).
C. At the earliest opportunity a preliminary (raw) report of damage to agency -owned facilities is
forwarded to the EOC via the most expeditious means. (Use the methods noted on the CONTACT
sheet at the front of this plan.)
D. If damage is reported, EOC advises State EMD that there may be sufficient damage to require PDA.
E. Emergency Management may request local Declaration of Emergency.
F. Some types of EMERGENCY WORK and PERMANENT REPAIRS conducted by public entities may
be eligible for disaster Public Assistance Program.
G. The Federal contribution for eligible projects is 75 %. The State match is 12.5 %, and the local match
is 12.5°/x. Federal assistance requires Presidential declaration.
H. Agencies begin documentation of all incident - related activities and costs. Agencies should take
pictures or videos, document damages and actions taken in daily logs, track equipment and material
costs by site, and track labor costs by person or project. All costs involved with damage
assessment should be tracked separately.
I. Agencies estimate costs of repair to pre- disaster conditions, and forward report to the Emergency
Operations Center. Information requirement is:
1. Applicant (reporting entity) point of contact information.
2. Damage category.
3. Location of the damaged facility.
4. Description of the damage.
5. Impact of the damage on the reporting entity.
J. EOC completes WA Form PA -2 for each entity (applicant) reporting damage.
K. Preliminary Damage Assessment (initial estimates) and supporting documentation forwarded to State
Emergency Management Division by Day 11 following the incident.
L. State Emergency Management Division makes determination if there is sufficient damage to warrant
further action.
M. A joint local /state /federal assessment may be scheduled. The joint PDA will be completed and data
compiled by State EMD by Day 22.
N. PDA findings from all affected jurisdictions become the basis for Governor's request for Presidential
declaration of emergency or disaster by Day 30.
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O. Presidential declaration, if it occurs, activates the provisions of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief
and Assistance Act, including the Public Assistance provisions.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Department of Emergency Management:
1. Establish a damage reporting process.
2. Assemble damage reports from local public entities.
3. Forward PDA information to the State Emergency Management Division.
4. Assist in coordination of joint local- state - federal PDA.
B. Local public entities:
Establish a disaster accounting system to track disaster related costs.
a. Track costs of damage assessment separately from damage repair.
b. Track damage repair by sites.
C. Maintain copies of contracts, plans and specifications.
2. Identify who will be responsible for collecting and reporting PDA information.
3. Report initial PDA data to the Emergency Operations Center within 48 -72 hours following
occurrence.
4. If a Presidential declaration of emergency or disaster is made, identify a designated
representative to act as Applicant Agent (for that agency) in the recovery process.
5. Establish priorities for repairs.
ADDENDA
JCDEM Form 5 -01 - Reporting Damage to Public Property
JCDEM Form 5 -02 - Reporting Damage to Private Property
WA Form PA -1 — Preliminary Damage Assessment Summary - example
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5 -01: REPORTING DAMAGE TO PUBLIC PROPERTY
DATElTIME
AGENCY REPORTING
REPORT
o Initial (First Report)
REPORTED BY NAME
TYPE
o Additional Information
o PDA Information
NUMBER
DAMAGE
o Debris Removal o Protective Measures o Roads /bridges o Water Control
CATEGORY
❑ Public Buildings o Public Utilities o Parks /other
NOTE: Use a separate form for each damage site Assign a site number.
Reference the site number(s) on all subsequent reports.
UNIQUE SITE NO.
D
LOCATION
YOUR PROJECT NO.
DESCRIPTION OF
DAMAGE
IMPACT TO THE
JURISDICTION
COST ESTIMATE
Estimate of the cost of the emergency activity
"Not required for Initial
(debris removal or protective measures) or to
repair damage to pre-disaster condition.
Report
INTERNAL USE ONLY
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5 -02: REPORTING DAMAGE TO PRIVATE PROPERTY
PROPERTY OWNER
REPORT PREPARED BY
❑ Owner
DATEITIME PREPARED
DATEfTIME DAMAGE
OCCURRED
ADDRESSILOCATION OF
DAMAGED PROPERTY (ATTAC
A MAP IF NEEDED)
PROPERTY TYPE
❑ Primary residence
❑ Owner occupied
Secondary residence
❑ Renter occupied
❑ Business
❑ Agricultural
SAFELY HABITABLE?
❑ Yes
❑ Red tagged (posted DO NOT ENTER by
❑ No
authorities)
TYPE OF INSURANCE
❑ Homeowners
o Flood (National Flood Insurance Program - NFIP)
❑ Business
❑ Earthquake
❑ Other
• Not insured
ESTIMATED LOSS TOTAL IN $$
ESTIMATED UNINSURED LOSS
IN $$
SEVERITY OF DAMAGE
❑ Destroyed (not repairable - structural damage)
• Major (cannot be occupied or used as intended)
• Moderate (requires immediate repair to prevent further damage)
• Minorcan be safely occupied /used)
DESCRIPTION OF THE DAMAGE
Use other side if needed
Return to:
Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management
81 Elkins road
Port Hadlock, Ws 98339
Incident Name: Incident Period: Sheet of Sheets
FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
DATE
PRELIMINARY DAMAGE ASSESSMENT SUMMARY
PART I - APPLICANT! INSPECTOR INFORMATION
UNTY
APPLICANT
APPLICANT CONTACT
E -MAIL
PHONE
INSPECTORS:
AGENCY
E -MAIL
PHONE
Local
State
Federal
POPULATION
TOTAL BUDGET
MAINTENANCE BUDGET
DATE FY BEGINS
Approved - :Balance 'Approved
:;;Balance
PART II - COST ESTIMATE - SUMMARY (Complete Site Estimate Before Summarizing Below)
CATE-
NO. OF
TOTAL CATEGORY
TOTAL CATEGORY
POTENTIAL LOCAL
GORY
SITES
TYPES OF DAMAGE
ESTIMATE- APPLICANT
ESTIMATE - TEAM
FUNDS AVAILABLE
A
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Debris Clearance
$0
$0
B
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Protective Measures
$0
$0
C
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Road Systems
$0
$0
D
Water Control Facilities
$0
$0
E
Public Buildings and Equipment
$0
$0
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F
Public Utilities
$0
$0
G
Parks /Other
$0
$0
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TOTAL TOTAL TOTAL
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$0 $0 $0
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Damage Cost Estimate - Corps of :!
Damage Cost Estimate - NRCS=
Engineers=
Damage Cost Estimate - FHWA=
PART III - OVERALL DISASTER IMPACT (Use Additional Sheets if Necessary)
Awr,ENERAL IMPACT:
1. Identify and describe the damages that constitute a health and/or safety hazard to the general public.
2. Describe the population adversely affected directly or indirectly by the loss of the public facilities or the damage to these facilities.
3. What economic activities are adversely affected by the loss of the public facilities or the damage to the facilities?
B. RESPONSE CAPABILITY:
1. Describe how the applicant intends to repair the damage and the schedule to accomplish the work.
2. Describe the source and availability of funds to accomplish the repairs.
3. How quickly can the damages be repaired without degradation of public services?
PACT ON PUBLIC SERVICES IF ADECLARATION IS NOT MADE: (e.g., Defer permanent repairs, impact ongoing services, improvements, etc.)
WA Form PA -1
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SECTION 6
LOGISTICS AND MATERIEL SUPPORT
BACKGROUND: The objective is coordinated logistics support and overall coordination of mass care and
the maximum use of local, state, and federal resources in support of disaster needs.
This plan segment covers identification, location, procurement, distribution, and accountability of supplies,
equipment, facilities, personnel, and services needed to meet emergency and recovery needs.
POLICIES
A. When an emergency is declared, the county and the city have the power to enter into contracts and
incur obligations necessary to combat disaster without regard to the usual formalities of budget law,
competitive bidding, etc. See RCW 38.52.070 (2) for the full text of this provision.
B. In responding to a disaster the Board of County Commissioners and the City Council are directed to
utilize the services, equipment, supplies and facilities of existing departments, and other agencies
organized under the laws of the state of Washington, to the maximum extent possible. See RCW
38.52.110 (1) for the full text of this provision.
C. The elected heads of government, after proclamation of disaster by the Governor, have the power to
command the service and equipment of private citizens as needed. See RCW 38.52.110 (2) for the
full text of this provision.
D. A single -point source logistics system for ordering and coordination matariel support will be observed
where possible to avoid costly duplication and delays.
E. Persons who wish to donate cash or goods will be referred to volunteer relief agencies.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. All participating agencies will expend their resources under their own authorities, including
implementation of mutual aid agreements.
B. Resource requirements beyond the capacity of the participating agencies will be coordinated from the
primary Emergency Operations Center.
C. The resources needed may be limited in type or quantity or their acquisition or distribution hindered
by weather, damage to transportation routes, or other factors beyond control.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. A Logistics Section coordinator may be assigned at the primary EOC and will staff, organize, and
supervise the section. The duty of the Logistics Section is:
Implementation of an ordering and accountability process.
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2. Acquisition and distribution of essential supplies and equipment.
3. Coordination of transportation.
4. Coordination of sheltering and mass care.
5. Coordination of expedient support for emergency workers.
B. Existing resources will be used to the extent possible before additional resources are requested.
Priorities for further acquisition will be:
1. Mutual aid and interlocal agreements.
2. Private sector purchase, rental, loan, or donation.
3. State Emergency Management resource request.
4. Impressment of private sector (upon declaration of disaster by the Governor).
C. A shelter and mass -care capability may be established in the Logistics Section. Duties of the
Disaster Relief Branch are:
1. Coordination of private sector relief activities.
2. Provision of expedient/temporary shelter for displaced persons.
3. Coordination of community mobilization and assembly centers.
4. Distribution of relief items and household goods, including receipt and distribution of donated
relief supplies and equipment.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Department of Emergency Management
1. Establish procedures for coordination of logistics and mass care.
2. Establish and maintain protocols for activation of mass care and shelter resources.
3. Develop emergency resource management procedures.
B. Central Services
Provide primary IT support.
2. Telephone and data services for county and city government.
3. Support for relocation of the EOC if needed.
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4. Mapping support.
C. Jefferson County Fair Board
1. Provide facilities at the fairgrounds in support of Logistics activities.
2. Staging, storage, and distribution of critical supplies and equipment.
3. Emergency relocation of county and city government.
4. Expedient shelter.
5. Other essential activities.
D. Port of Port Townsend
1. Provide port facilities and coordinate maritime movement of essential resources.
E. American Red Cross, Olympic Peninsula Chapter
1. Provide disaster relief resources.
2. Maintain procedures for mobilization of individual assistance and shelter resources according to
national ARC policy.
3. Coordinate temporary housing and shelter.
4. Carry out individual needs assessment (private damage assessment).
5. Participate in disaster recovery - individual assistance.
6. Cooperate with other disaster and emergency relief and recovery agencies.
ADDENDA
Part 6 -A — Mass Care and Disaster Assistance
Part 6 -B — EOC Resource Ordering Procedure
Part 6 -C — Volunteer Management
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PART 6 -A
MASS CARE, SHELTER, AND INDIVIDUAL ASSISTANCE
BACKGROUND: The objective is coordinated feeding, shelter, and emergency assistance for victims of
disaster.
This attachment shows how the several disaster relief and recovery organizations will coordinate delivery of
special services to the community under the overall responsibility of the Emergency Management program.
This plan segment covers shelter and temporary housing, emergency feeding programs, distribution of bulk
relief supplies, disaster welfare information (family reunification) and emergency assistance.
POLICIES
A. Meeting the emergency needs of the citizens of Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend is
the responsibility of the elected heads of local government. Several resources will be used for that
purpose, including local, state, and federal organizations, private non - profit relief agencies and the
community. The designation of a lead agency does not reassign that responsibility.
B. All services will be provided without regard to economic status or racial, religious, political, ethnic, or
other affiliation.
C. An initial moratorium of up to forty -eight hours may be declared for disaster welfare inquiries (DWI) to
allow resources to focus on immediate needs.
D. No fatality lists will be transmitted via radio except where encryption is assured.
E. Federal level alliances between FEMA, the American Red Cross, and other relief agencies, may be
activated by presidential declarations. Such agreements do not change local responsibilities.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. Conditions may require the temporary relocation of a portion of the population at risk.
B. Seasonal population increases concurrent with an emergency could cause considerable stress on
existing resources.
C. A long term breakdown of the normal resupply system could cause depletion of limited local
resources.
D. Family reunification is an important part of the early recovery process.
E, Local relief agencies may be slow to start up emergency programs due to transportation limitations,
communications breakdown, lack of personnel, etc.
F. Geographic isolation and transportation interruption may cause delays in receipt of critical supplies
and relief services.
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• G. Not all persons requiring relocation /evacuation will go to shelter. Most will seek refuge with family or
friends. Some may require temporary shelter (less than 24 hours).
H. Multiple casualty lists will be established at several levels. Local authorities take no responsibility for
the content of lists beyond their control. Duplications and omissions are likely.
I. Shelters and relocation centers will be a high priority for inspection for structural integrity.
J. Although the Red Cross has primary responsibility for mass care, they have limited local resources,
and may not be fully operational for three days or more. Other resources may be used in the interim
to address unmet emergency needs.
K. It is the national policy of the American Red Cross that animals and pets are not allowed in shelters
(other than certified assistance animals). Animal Control will assist with emergency pet care.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A,
Multiple sources will show initial impact on individuals following onset of a major emergency.
B.
The Emergency Operations Center will monitor conditions and activate local relief resources where
needed.
C.
All mass-care activities, including opening shelters, identifying reception centers, mass feeding
operations, etc., will be coordinated with the Emergency Operations Center.
iD.
The American Red Cross will activate local, regional, and national resources according to internal
plans and procedures.
E.
As needed, community centers will be established as mobilization points for temporary refuge,
distribution of emergency information, referral to shelter or other emergency services.
F.
A human services needs assessment will be undertaken by the Red Cross to determine the scope of
impact on individuals and families.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. American Red Cross, Olympic Peninsula Chapter.
1. Act as the primary resource for carrying out Mass Care and Shelter activities. Coordinate with
Olympic Community Action Council in carrying out mass care responsibilities.
2. Establish an agency command post for coordination of Red Cross response to the disaster.
3. Assign a representative to the Emergency Operations Center when requested, or maintain
liaison with the EOC throughout the emergency.
4. Identify, staff, and operate suitable emergency shelters, reception areas, and feeding
operations.
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5. Establish and operate Service Centers near the impact areas to provide other emergency
needs to individuals and families.
6. Coordinate emergency welfare inquiries according to internal procedures.
7. Provide for utilization of local volunteers to support disaster relief activities.
8. Make maximum use of other local and regional relief resources, including faith -based
organizations, service and community groups, and other non - profit agencies involved in disaster
relief and recovery.
Olympic Community Action Program (OlyCap):
1. Act as the primary support resource for disaster relief and recovery under the coordination of
the American Red Cross.
2. Coordinate emergency services to vulnerable populations, including the elderly, persons with
mental or physical impairments, or special needs clients.
3. Support the Red Cross with emergency feeding and shelter in the early stages of an
emergency.
4. Establish a command post, and maintain liaison with the Red Cross and /or the Emergency
Operations Center for the duration of the incident.
C. Other volunteer groups and relief organizations — Support the human services operations under
coordination of the American Red Cross or other lead agency designated by the Incident
Management Team.
D. School Districts — by agreement with the American Red Cross, provide school facilities for shelter
operations.
E. Jefferson County Animal Services — Provide for expedient care and shelter of pets for persons in
coordination with ARC shelters.
ADDENDA
Attachment 6 -A -1 — Use of Community Centers for Mobilization (reserved for future use)
Attachment 6 -A -2 — Disposition of Donated Cash, Goods, and Services (reserved for future use)
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USE OF COMMUNITY CENTERS FOR MOBILIZATION
[RESERVED FOR FUTURE USE]
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DISPOSITION OF DONATED CASH, GOODS, AND SERVICES
{RESERVED FOR FUTURE USE]
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PART 6 -B
EOC RESOURCE ORDERING
BACKGROUND: The objective is maximum use of resources, economy of effort, reduction of duplication
and waste, accountability, and general coordination of critical supplies and equipment.
This plan segment defines how the acquisition of critical resources will be coordinated through the
Emergency Operations Center, and recommends a resource ordering and tracking process to assure
objectives are met.
POLICIES
A. Unless otherwise determined in advance, the cost of the resource ordered, if any, is the responsibility
of the requesting entity.
B. Where financial liability will be assumed by Jefferson County or the City of Port Townsend, a resource
order number (tracking number) must be assigned by the EOC Logistics Section.
C. Owned resources under the control of a partner agency remain the responsibility of the providing
entity unless released to the control of the requesting entity.
D. Resources will not be received or paid for without a tracking number assigned in advance and
coordinated with the Finance Section.
. E. Acquisition of critical resources should not be contingent on a Federal government emergency or
disaster declaration.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. For the purpose of this plan, "resource" means personnel, services, facilities, equipment, and
supplies (including food and water).
B. Shortages of critical resources can be caused by disrupted supply chain, closed transportation
routes, panic buying, exceptional demands, or unforeseen needs.
C. Emergency conditions may impact, delay, or otherwise hamper acquisition of critical resources.
D. There is no way to foresee the kinds of resources that may be needed in an emergency.
E. Most mutual aid agreements contain cost recovery provisions.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. The requesting entity will expend the resources under their own authority and control before
submitting a resource request.
B. The EOC Incident Management Team will coordinate resource management through the Logistics
Section.
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C. A requesting entity will contact the EOC Logistics Section for coordination of a resource required for
an unmet need.
D. A resource order form (EOC Form 6 -01, Resource Order) will be completed. The 6 -01 requires:
1. Priority (routine, expedite, highest - special handling).
2. Requestor information.
3. Resource requested, numberltype, and other specific details.
4. The type of support required (driver, fuel, transportation, etc.).
5. Where the resource should be delivered, and when.
6. Who will be responsible for the resource.
7. Assurance that the resource has not been ordered from any other source to avoid duplication.
E. The Logistics Section will assign a LOGISTICS TRACKING NUMBER to each request. Any further
action regarding that request will include reference to the tracking number.
F. The remainder of EOC Form 6 -01 will be completed by Logistics as the order is processed.
Additional information required is:
1. Source ordered from.
2. Source PO# if one was issued.
3. A cost estimate.
4. A note regarding accountability, ownership, and disposition.
5. An approval (approved by the appropriate section coordinator and Finance).
6. Receiving and routing information.
7. Final disposition record.
G. The requestor will be provided with an estimated time of arrival (ETA), cost estimate, and other
pertinent information, along with reference to the tracking number.
H. The resource will be assigned to a "trustee" (requesting entity agent). The trustee will be responsible
for the employment of the resource assigned and the maintenance of accountability.
I. EOC Logistics will be advised by the trustee (user) of unused or released resources, along with the
reference tracking number.
J. If the resource involves an expenditure, the original Resource Order Form 6 -01, along with all related
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documentation, will be forwarded to the EOC Finance Section.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Incident Management Team, Logistics Section,
1. Receive, process, and track requests for resources. Assign a resource control number to all
requests.
2. Coordinate with the Finance Section for procurement authorization if needed.
3. Provide for reception and distribution of requested resources.
4. Establish a system for resource accountability.
B. County and City offices and departments.
1. Coordinate requests for additional resources with the Logistics Section.
2. Use the resource ordering process.
3. Identify a resource trustee to assure accountability.
4. Use the assigned resource order (RO) number to track requests.
C. Other agencies and organizations.
1. Make maximum use of mutual aid resources.
2. Coordinate with the Logistics Section for acquisition of resources other than mutual aid.
3. Keep the Logistics Section informed of resource shortfalls and unmet needs.
4. Use the resource order (RO) number to track requests made to the Logistics Section.
ADDENDA
EOC Form 6 -01 — Resource Order Form
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FORM 6 -01 RESOURCE ORDER
Priority: :o Routine
❑ Expedite ❑ Highest
Requestor
DatelTime Ordered
Requestor's Position
ETA
Contact Method
Cost Estimate
Date/Time Now
❑ Perishable ❑ Consumable ❑ Rental ❑ Purchase a Contract
❑ Loaned ❑ Donated ❑ Mutual Aid Agreement o City ❑ County ❑ State
n Federal ❑ Military ❑ Commercial ❑ Volunteer ❑ Other
Who is the Trustee?
Resource Requested
Order Approved By
Section Chief
❑ Additional attached
Number/Type
I.C.
Rout a Copy To
Size /Capacity
Order Processed By
Date/Time
Suggested Source
Resource Received By
Substitute?
Status
Logistics Support Needed
(fuel, driver, operator, etc)
❑ Self contained
o Transaction Complete [ Attach all supporting documentation to the original)
Report To/Where
When Needed (NLT)
Has this resource been requested from any other source?
❑ Yes ❑ No
Use caution not to
duplicate this order
Notes:
FOR LOGISTICS SECTION USE ONLY
REQUIRED LOGISTICS TRACKING NUMBER
Reference this number on all transactions involving this order r
RO
Source/Origin
DatelTime Ordered
Source PO #
ETA
Cost Estimate
Accountability
(Check all that apply)
❑ Perishable ❑ Consumable ❑ Rental ❑ Purchase a Contract
❑ Loaned ❑ Donated ❑ Mutual Aid Agreement o City ❑ County ❑ State
n Federal ❑ Military ❑ Commercial ❑ Volunteer ❑ Other
Who is the Trustee?
Organization?
Order Approved By
Section Chief
Finance
I.C.
Rout a Copy To
❑ Requestor ❑ Trustee ❑ Finance Section ❑ Master Log o File ❑ Other
Order Processed By
Date/Time
Resource Received By
Date/Time
Status
o Transaction Complete [ Attach all supporting documentation to the original)
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VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT
BACKGROUND: The objective is the best use of volunteer forces for special purposes, to address unmet
needs, and provide a mechanism for broad scale community participation.
POLICIES
A. Wherever possible, volunteer resources (expedient volunteers) will be referred to existing volunteer -
based relief organizations for duty as needed. Referred volunteers will become the responsibility of
the using organization according to their internal policies and procedures.
S. Volunteers utilized directly or assigned by the Incident Management Team are emergency workers as
defined by WAG 118 -04, and subject to the rules for use, classes, scope, conditions of duty, and
training of Emergency Workers, and compensation for claims.
C. All volunteer emergency workers will be registered by the Department of Emergency Management as
required by law.
D. Emergency workers will be utilized for emergency activities outlined in RCW 38.52.
E. The law provides for reasonable compensation to registered emergency workers for loss or injury
while involved in eligible activities. Eligible activities are indicated by the issuance of a state
Emergency Management Division mission number.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. The influx of unexpected or unneeded volunteers and donations can negatively impact the community
struggling to recover from disaster. Persons wishing to volunteer or donate should be given precise
information on needs before their offer of assistance is accepted.
B. Several special purpose volunteer organizations are recognized by the Department of Emergency
Management for occasional use in carrying out the provisions of this plan.
C. Each of those organizations operates under the requirements of WAG 118 -04 and their members are
registered as emergency workers.
D. Temporary registration is authorized for expedient, short term volunteers recruited for limited
assignments.
E. In a community emergency there is often a sizeable volunteer resource available. Provisions should
be made for the use of expedient volunteers through a system of screening and assignments. A
volunteer management system will be coordinated by the Logistics Section for this purpose.
Registered emergency workers belonging to recognized organizations have the responsibility to
certify to the registering authority that they are aware of and will comply with the requirements of
WAG 118 -04.
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Establish a procedure for registering volunteers as Emergency Workers in accordance with
WAG 118 -04.
2. Register expedient volunteers as needed to support emergency operations.
3. Refer spontaneous volunteers to the American Red Cross volunteer coordinator.
B. American Red Cross.
1. Establish procedures for registering, deploying, and manage spontaneous volunteers as
needed to support relief activities.
2. Establish and identify a volunteer coordination center.
ADDENDA
Emergency Worker Registration Form.
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G.
It is the responsibility of the registering authority to ensure emergency workers meet the
qualifications as stated in the law.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A.
The Department of Emergency Management will determine the use of volunteer emergency workers
for responding to emergency and recovery needs.
B.
When emergency workers are used, a mission number will be obtained from the state Emergency
Management Division.
C.
Recognized organizations will be deployed according to standing orders and their own internal
procedures.
D.
New volunteers wishing to assist in the emergency or recovery activities will be referred to existing
organizations for utilization as needed. Should the volume of volunteer activity require it, a screening
and assignment process will be established collectively by the participating volunteer, non- profit
groups.
E.
Registered emergency workers who are injured or have a loss associated with an eligible activity may
qualify for certain compensation if:
1. They are participating in an authorized activity for which a mission number has been issued.
2. Are under the direction and control of an authorized official.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A.
Department of Emergency Management.
Establish a procedure for registering volunteers as Emergency Workers in accordance with
WAG 118 -04.
2. Register expedient volunteers as needed to support emergency operations.
3. Refer spontaneous volunteers to the American Red Cross volunteer coordinator.
B. American Red Cross.
1. Establish procedures for registering, deploying, and manage spontaneous volunteers as
needed to support relief activities.
2. Establish and identify a volunteer coordination center.
ADDENDA
Emergency Worker Registration Form.
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Emergency Management Temporary Worker Registration Form
WAC 118 -04 -080 (3) Temporary Registration
(a) Temporary Registration may be authorized:
(ii) In those training exercise situations where certain duties can be performed by
persons who have no permanent and specific emergency worker assignments, and who
are not registered emergency workers but whose participation may be essential or
necessary for the conduct of the training or exercise activity such as persons serving as
disaster victims during a medical exercise.
(b) Persons shall be temporarily registered during the period of service if they have filled
out a temporary registration card which includes name, date -of -birth, and address, as well
as information describing the emergency, training or exerciser function they participated in,
and the date and time they were involved in these activities, are issued a temporary
. identification card, and have reported to and are under the control and supervision of an
authorized official operating under the provisions of chapter 38.52.RCW.
WAC 118 -04 -100 (6) Classes of Emergency Workers. Generally includes, but is not
limited to, duties, which can be performed by persons without specific emergency
assignment. These persons may be necessary for training or exercise activities such as
serving as disaster casualties. These personnel shall register as temporary emergency
workers for the period of time they are participating in emergency activities.
Initials of volunteer Date initialed
WAG 118 -04 -320 Eligibility requirements and procedures for filing personal injury
claims. (1) The injured person shall have been a registered emergency worker, activated
by an authorized official for an authorized activity under the provisions of chapter 38.52
RCW, and shall have reported to or have been in the process of reporting to the authorized
on -scene official.
Full Name:
Address:
Date of Birth:
Home Phone Number:
Emergency Phone Number:
Date & Time in:
Date & Time out:
Signature:
Emergency Worker Number:
Worker Number:
Case Number:
Comments:
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iPART 6 -D
MILITARY SUPPORT TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT
BACKGROUND: The objective is to provide for the best use of military assets to augment local resources.
This plan segment defines how the services of the military are requested, deployed, and integrated into the
local emergency response and recovery effort.
POLICIES:
A. The Washington National Guard is the primary military resource for Washington State. All military
support will be tasked by the Military Department through the State Emergency Operations Center.
B. A request for military support can be granted only after complete exhaustion of local resources.
C. Military support will be integrated with the local emergency response organization as an intact
resource, and will remain under the direct control of the military department existing chain of
command. A liaison will be assigned to the Emergency Operations Center to assure coordination.
D. The Governor is the only authority that can activate National Guard assets.'
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. A declaration of emergency by the Governor may be required for deployment of National Guard
assets.
B. There may be a considerable time lag between request for assistance and the arrival of the requested
military resource.
C. In a major emergency with a wide spread impact, military assistance may be prioritized elsewhere.
D. There are no Washington State National Guard units in this jurisdiction.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. Emergency response agencies will assess capabilities and request support as needed.
The Logistics Section will coordinate with the state Emergency Operations Center to request military
assistance to meet local unmet needs.
C. The Governor will consult with the Adjutant General to determine if the mission requested is
consistent with National Guard capabilities, and it fills an emergency need which cannot be met with
state or other resources in a reasonable time.
D. The state Emergency Operations Center will determine if there are assets available that will meet the
need.
'Reference RCW 38.08.040.
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E. Types of military support include, but are not limited to:2
1. Air and land transportation.
2. Tentage.
3. Security forces and traffic control.
4. Light urban search and rescue support operations.
5. Supplemental communications.
6. Air support for reconnaissance.
7. Limited emergency medical assistance.
8. Limited mass feeding.
9. Limited water purification.
10. Limited power generation.
11. Assistance with wildland firefighting operations.
• F. The appropriate asset will be tasked by the Military Department.
G. When the asset arrives on scene, it will be assigned to the requesting agency as an intact resource.
H. Liaison will be assigned to the EOC to coordinate all military support.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Department of Emergency Management
1. Maintain communications with the state Emergency Operations Center.
2. Establish and maintain a logistics support and order processing capability.
3. Process requests for military support through the state Emergency Operations Center.
B. Washington State Military Department
1. Process requests for support to local government.
2. Task assets according to internal plans and procedures.
Reference Washington State CEMP, ESF 20 — Military Support To Civil Authorities, March 2003.
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3. Assign liaison to the requesting jurisdiction Emergency Operations Center.
C. Local Emergency Response and Recovery Agencies
Identify unmet needs and recommend the type of military resources that are needed to
augment local efforts.
2. Coordinate requests for support through the Emergency Operations Center (Logistics Section if
activated).
3. Act as point of contact for arriving military support.
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• SECTION 7
FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
BACKGROUND: The objective is coordinated incident cost tracking and financial management. This
segment outlines the fiscal elements of incident response and recovery and how county and city resources
and support organizations will determine incident costs. Section 7 covers incident cost tracking,
administration of direct and indirect costs, force accounts, extraordinary expenditures, purchasing, and other
incident - related financial matters for Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend, and includes other
agencies with responsibilities identified in this plan.
POLICIES:
A. The County and the City have the authority to enter into contracts and incur obligations in carrying out
this plan without regard to time consuming procedures and formalities prescribed by law, including but
not limited to budget law limitations and the appropriation and expenditure of public funds.
B. Each department or agency is responsible for establishing internal procedures for real time tracking of
incident - related costs and for coordinating with the Finance Section.
C. Records will be kept in such a manner to separately identify incident - related expenditures and
obligations from general programs and activities.
D. Recovery of certain extraordinary costs, should such become eligible under the rules, will be based
exclusively on records kept in real time during an incident. Reconstructed (backdated) records will likely
not be recognized. (See Part 7 -A - Cost Documentation for further guidance)
E. There should be no expectation of reimbursement. A complex procedure is required for eligibility under
the Stafford Act, and emergency action should not be restrained awaiting federal aid.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. A disaster may require substantial and necessary unanticipated obligations and expenditures by county
or city departments and participating agencies.
B. Although there is some flexibility in fiscal management and budget rules provided by a declaration of
emergency, there is no lessened requirement for accountability.
C. Complete and accurate records are necessary to document requests for assistance, and for possible
reimbursement under approved applications pertaining to declared emergencies or major disasters.
D. Records should include work that is performed by force account, appropriate extracts from payrolls, with
any cross- references needed to locate original document, a schedule of equipment used on the job,
invoices, warrants, and checks issued and paid -for materials and supplies used on the job.
iRCW 38.52.070(2)
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CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. As soon as practical following the onset of a major emergency, each agency will set up and maintain on-
going records regarding costs incurred relating to the incident.
B. The Board of County Commissioners, or the City Council, can make a declaration of emergency to
activate certain emergency powers. Upon such declaration, the County and the City are authorized to
make the expenditures necessary to meet the emergency without delay. 2
C. A Finance Section may be established in the Incident Management Team, and functional units staffed
as necessary to coordinate finance and administration duties.
D. Where necessary to assure cordination, a joint county /city Finance Section may be established.
E. Disaster - related expenditures and obligations of local political subdivisions may be reimbursed under a
number of federal or state programs. Reimbursement may be authorized after a major disaster
declaration by the President or under the statutory authority of certain federal agencies.
F. Once a disaster is declared by the President, a disaster field office (DFO) is opened for the FEMA
financial management unit. FEMA personnel will guide local authorities in the processing of claims for
reimbursement for eligible costs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
A. County Treasurer / County Auditor (Alternate) : Act as the lead agency in carrying out the financial
management provisions of the plan and assume the duties of Finance Section coordinator, staff and
supervise the section as needed.
B. City Finance Director: Act as the lead agency in carrying out this plan as it pertains to city operations.
Coordinates with the County Finance Section.
C. County and city offices and departments: Keep records, and provide cost information to the Finance
Section upon request.
D. Partner agencies and organizations: Keep accurate records, and provide incident - related cost information
to the Finance Section upon request.
ADDENDA
Part 7 -A - Cost Documentation and Reporting
Z Reference RCW 38.53.070(2);RCW 35.33.081; and RCW 36.40.180.
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PART 7 -A
COST DOCUMENTATION AND REPORTING
BACKGROUND: Local jurisdictions will incur disaster - related obligations and expenditures in accordance
with RCW 38.52.070(2) and appropriate statutes. Specifically, the City of Port Townsend will follow Chapter
35.33 RCW. Jefferson County will follow Chapter 36.40 RCW.
POLICIES:
Records will be kept in such a manner to separately identify event - related expenditures and obligations from
general programs and activities of city and county agencies. Following a declaration of emergency, the
opportunity to obtain reimbursement for expenditures made during emergency operations will be facilitated
only if financial records are available.
A. Complete and accurate records are necessary to ensure documentation is available to support
reimbursement if appropriate.
B. Detailed records will be kept from the onset of the event that include, but are not limited to
1. Work that is performed in house
(a) Appropriate extracts from payrolls, with cross - references needed to locate original document.
Include names, personnel identification numbers, assignment description, logs of work
performed, etc. (For example: if an individual is brought on duty to erect barricades, an
indication of what roads were barricaded, times, etc., should be included)
(b) A schedule of equipment used in the emergency operations response. (For example: include
hours / mileage recorded on specific equipment, fuel costs for that specific equipment,
maintenance performed, etc.)
(c) Invoices, warrants, and checks issued in support of materials and supplies used.
2. Work that is contracted out:
(a) Copies of requests for bids
(b) Copies of bids received
(c) Copies of the awarded contract
(d) Invoices submitted by the contractor
(e) Warrants authorizing check issuance
(f) Emergency Operations Center Form 6 -01 "Resource Order" supporting the effort
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3. Work that was accomplished under mutual aid agreements or other inter - community agreements
C. The following Jefferson County Incident Management Forms will be used to summarize detailed costs in
their appropriate areas:
1. Rented Equipment Summary Record, Form 7 -04
2. Contract Work Summary Record, Form 7 -05
3. Applicants' Benefits Calculation Worksheet, Form 7 -06
4. Materials Summary Record, Form 7 -07
5. Force Account Labor Summary Record, Form 7 -08
6. Force Account Equipment Summary Record, Form 7 -09
D. Utilizing the Incident Cost Summary Sheet (Figure 7 -1, Incident Cost Summary) costs will be gathered
from supporting of documents including, but not limited to: time sheets, equipment logs, invoices, stock
records, etc. All of the supporting documents may be subject to audit. The Incident Cost Summary Form
will be used to summarize labor, equipment, materials, Rental Equipment costs, and contract services costs
for all cast centers, and will be signed and certified by the preparer.
ADDENDA
Figure 7 -1,
Incident Cost Summary
Figure 7 -2,
Rented Equipment Summary Record, Form 7 -04
Figure 7 -3,
Contract Work Summary Record, Form 7 -05
Figure 7-4,
Applicant's Benefits Calculation Worksheet, Form 7 -06
Figure 7 -5,
Materials Summary Record, Form 7 -07
Figure 7 -6,
Force Account Labor Summary Record, Form 7 -08
Figure 7 -7,
Force Account Equipment Summary Record, Form 7 -09
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PART 7 -B
MUTUAL AID / FIRE MOBILIZATION
BACKGROUND
Clarifies criteria for recognition of eligibility of costs under the Public Assistance Program and the Fire
Management Assistance. The following terms relating to fire mobilization and mutual aid are defined:
A. Declared Disaster - An emerging or major disaster as defined at 44CFR 206.2(1)(9) and (17)
B. Declared Fire - An uncontrolled fire or fire complex, threatening such destruction as would constitute a
major disaster
C. Incident Commander - The ranking official responsible for overseeing the management of operations,
planning, logistics, and finances of the field response
D. Providing Entity - The entity providing mutual assistance to a Requesting Entity pursuant to a local or
statewide mutual aid agreement
E. Requesting Entity - An entity that requests mutual aid assistance from a Providing Entity for
emergency work resulting from a declared fire, emergency, or major disaster within its legal jurisdiction.
The requesting entity is eligible to receive FEMA assistance.
POLICIES
F. "Mutual aid" agreements provide for rapid assistance from neighboring fire jurisdictions to meet the
immediate requirements of an emergency situation demanding resources beyond those available from
the local jurisdiction. Rapid intervention by mutual aid resources can secure control over an emergency
incident that might otherwise continue to escalate.
B. "Mobilization' means that firefighting resources beyond those available through existing agreements
will be requested, and when available, sent to an emergency or disaster situation that has exceeded the
capabilities of available local resources. The State Fire Mobilization Plan was written as a Statewide
Mutual Aid Plan, which allows for reimbursement and compensation of responding jurisdictions anytime
mobilization is authorized.
C. To be eligible for reimbursement by FEMA, the mutual aid assistance must have been requested by a
Requesting Entity; be directly related to a Presidentially declared emergency, major disaster, or
declared fire; used in the performance of eligible work; and the costs must be reasonable.
SITUATION AND PLANNING ASSUMPTIONS
A. FEMA encourages parties to have written mutual aid agreements in place. These agreements should
address the subject of reimbursement.
B. FEMA will not reimburse costs incurred by entities that "self deploy"
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C. Reimbursement provisions of local mutual aid agreements must not be contingent on a Federal
government emergency or disaster declaration
D. Detailed records and supporting documentation is essential. Documentation should include, but not be
limited to: timesheets for both regular and temporary staff; vendor / contractor invoices and contracts;
cost spreadsheets; financial reports and rate schedules; personnel policies including overtime and
exchange time; cost -share and mutual aid agreements; force account labor, equipment and material
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. Mutual aid agreements are executed by the Requesting Entity
B. Verbal agreements can be made during the incident, provided they are documented in writing by the
officials with the authority to request and provide assistance
C. If the mutual aid assistance / emergency work is necessary to meet immediate threats to life, public
safety, and improved property, and the incident receives a Presidential declaration, some costs incurred
by the Providing Entity may be recoverable
D. The Applicant Entities are the eligible applicants for FEMA assistance. The Providing Entity must
submit its claim for reimbursement to the Applicant Entity
E. FEMA will not provide reimbursement for the first eight (8) hours of assistance performed
10 F. Straight or regular -time wages or salaries of a Requesting Entity's permanently employed personnel
performing or supervising emergency work are not eligible costs. Overtime costs and additional staff
costs are are eligible if property documented.
G. The labor force of a Providing Entity will be treated as contract labor.
H. Backfill costs incurred by either the Requesting or Providing Entities are not eligible for reimbursement.
I. A request for reimbursement of mutual aid costs must include a copy of the mutual aid agreement
J. State Fire Mobilization cannot pay for resources ordered or utilized before Mobilization is authorized. As
a result, documentation must include dates and times
1. Work that is performed in house:
(a) Appropriate extracts from payrolls, with cross - references needed to locate original
document. Include names, personnel identification numbers, assignment description, logs of
work performed, etc. (For example: if an individual is brought on duty to erect barricades, an
indication of what roads were barricaded, times, etc., should be included.
(b) A schedule of equipment used in the emergency operations response. (For example:
include hours / mileage recorded on specific equipment, fuel costs for that specific equipment,
maintenance performed, etc.
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(c) Invoices, warrants, and checks issued in support of materials and supplies used
2. Work that is contracted out:
(a) Copies of requests for bids
(b) Copies of bids received
(c) Copies of the awarded contract
(d) Invoices submitted by the contractor.
(e) Warrants authorizing check issuance
(f ) Emergency Operations Center Form 300 -1, "Resource Order" supporting the effort
3. Work that was accomplished under mutual aid agreements or other inter - community
agreements
C. Utilizing the Incident Cost Summary Sheet (Figure 7 -1, Incident Cost Summary) costs will be gathered
from supporting documents including, but not limited to: time sheets, equipment logs, invoices, stock
records, etc. All of the supporting documents may be subject to audit. The Incident Cost Summary
Form will be used to summarize labor, equipment, materials, rental equipment costs, and contract
services costs for all cost centers, and will be signed and certified by the preparer.
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TAB 8 -A
AUTHORITIES AND REFERENCES
USED IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THIS PLAN
Comprehensive Emergency Management Planning Guide (Edition II), State of Washington Military
Department, Emergency Management Division, March 2003
Continuity of Operations Planning for State and Local Governments, Federal Emergency Management
Agency, U. S. Department of Homeland Security, May 2004
Emergency Response Guidebook, U. S. Department of Transportation (publication 14- ORS -0), 2000
Emergency Alert System (EAS), Puget Sound Region, Puget Sound EAS Coordinating Committee
Guide for All Hazards Emergency Operations Planning, State and Local Guide (SLG) 109, Federal
Emergency Management Agency, September 1996
Homeland Security Presidential Directive /HSPD -5, Management of Domestic Incidents, Department of
Homeland Security, February 2003.
Jefferson County AMBER Alert Plan, JeffCom (joint agency 9 -1 -1 dispatch), May 2004.
Jefferson County- City of Port Townsend Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan, Jefferson County and the
City of Port Townsend, Department of Emergency Management, November 2004.
Jefferson County Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment (HIVA), Jefferson County
Department of Emergency Management, 2004
Jefferson County Health and Human Services, Emergency Response Plan, Jefferson County
Department of Health and Human Services, draft version, June 2003
Jefferson County Health and Human Services, Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) Distribution Plan,
Jefferson County Department of Health and Human Services, interim version.
National Incident Management System, U. S. Department of Homeland Security, December 3, 2003
National Response Plan, U. S. Department of Homeland Security, September 2003
National Warning System (NA WAS) Operations Handbook, State of Washington Military Department,
Emergency Management Division, July 2001.
Olympic Region Fire Defense Plan, Olympic Regional Fire Defense Board, January 2004
Public Assistance Guide (FEMA 322), Federal Emergency Management Agency, October 1999
Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Services (RACES) Plan, State of Washington Military Department,
Emergency Management Division, January 2004
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JEFFERSON COUNTY! CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN - TAB 8 -A
Recovery Division Policy 9523.6 - Mutual Aid Agreements for Public Assistance and Fire
Management Assistance, U. S. Department of Homeland Security, September 22, 2004
Regional Hospital Plan, Preparedness and Response for Bioterrorism, Homeland Security Region 2,
May 2003.
Revised Code of Washington
Chapter 38.52 - Emergency Management
Chapter 39.34 - Interlocal Cooperation Act
Chapter 70.136 - Hazardous Materials Incidents
Chapter 42.14 - Continuity of Government
Others
State of Washington Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, Washington State Military
Department, Emergency Management Division, July 2002
State of Washington Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, Annex A - Terrorism,
Washington State Military Department, Emergency Management Division, June 2002 (exempt from public
disclosure)
State of Washington Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment (HIVA). Washington State
Military Department, Emergency Management Division, 2001
Washington Administrative Code
Title 118 -04 - Emergency Worker Program
Title 118 -30 - Local Emergency Management Organization Plans and Programs
Title 118-40 - Hazardous Chemical Emergency Response Planning (Right -to -know Planning)
Others
Washington State Fire Services - Resource Mobilization Plan, State of Washington Military Department,
Emergency Management Division, May 2002
Washington State Public Assistance Manual, State of Washington Military Department, Emergency
Management Division, November 2003
Water Utility Emergency Response Plan, City of Port Townsend, Department of Public Works, September
2004 (exempt from public disclosure)
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TAB 8 -B
CROSS REFERENCE TO THE STATE OF WASHINGTON
COMPREHENSIVE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
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Washington Administrative Code, Chapter 118 -30 -060 defines the minimum criterion for a plan of
operations. Local plans may vary from the annex format described in the WAC provided that a cross -
reference is included that describes where the required components are located. A cross - reference is also
recommended to coordinate the local plan with the Emergency Support Function (ESF) format.
This plan uses a format based on the Incident Command System. This cross - reference ties the adopted
format with both the ESF and Annex component requirements.
WAC 118-30 -060 (required minimum
State Format
This plan
content)
(1)(a) - Mission or purpose
Basic Plan
Section 2 - Basic Plan
(1)(b) - Organization and responsibilities
Basic Plan
Section 2 - Basic Plan
(1)(c) - Concept of operations
Basic Plan
Section 2- Basic Plan
(1)(d) - Administration and logistics
Basic Plan
Section 2 - Basic Plan
Appendix 5 - Administration
Section 6- Logistics
and Finance
Section 7 - Finance
(1)(e) - Direction and control
Basic Plan
Section 2 - Basic Plan
(2)(a) - Direction, control and coordination
Basic Plan
Section 2 - Basic Plan
(2)(b) - Continuity of government
Basic Plan
Section 2 - Basic Plan
Annex F: Continuity of
Government Plan (published
separately)
(2)(c) - Emergency resource management
ESF 7
Section 6 - Logistics
(2)(d) - Warning
ESF 2
Section 3 - Incident
Management
(2)(e) - Emergency public information
Basic Plan, Appendix 2
Section 3 - Incident
Management
(2)(f) - Response and recovery operations
ESF 21
Section 4 - Operations
reports
Section 5, Part 5A -
Damage Assessment
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(2)(g) - Movement (evacuation)
ESF 24
Section 4 - Operations
(2)(h) - Shelter
ESF 6
Section 6 - Logistics
(2)(i) - Human resources
Basic Plan
Section 6 - Logistics
(2)0) -Mass care and individual assistance
ESF 6
Section 6 - Logistics
(2)(k) - Medical, health, and mortuary
ESF 8
Section 6 - Operations
(2)(1) - Communication
ESF 2
Section 3 - Incident Mgmt.
(2)(m) - Food
ESF 11
Section 6- Logistics
(2)(n) - Transportation
ESF 24
Section 6 - Logistics
(2)(o) - Radiological and technological
protection
Basic Plan, Appendix 2
Annex E - Radiological
Protection Plan (published
separately)
(2)(p) - Law enforcement
ESF 22
Section 4- Operations (Part
4A)
(2)(q) - Fire protection
ESF 4
Section 4 - Operations (Part
4B)
(2)(r) - Emergency engineering services
ESF 3
Section 4 - Operations (Part
4D)
(2)(s) - Search and rescue
ESF 9
Section 4 - Operations
(Attachment 4A -1)
(2)(t) - Military support
ESF 20
Section 6 - Logistics (Part
6 -D Military Support to Civil
Government)
(2)(u) - Religious and volunteer agency
affairs
ESF 6
Section 6 - Logistics (Part
6 -C Volunteer Management)
(2)(v) - Emergency administrative
procedures
Basic Plan, Appendix 1
Section 7 - Finance and
Administration
(2)(w) - Emergency fiscal procedures and
records
Appendix 5
Section 7 - Finance and
Administration
(2)(x) - Training and education
Basic Plan
(2)(y) - Energy and utilities
ESF 12
Section 4- Operations
(2)(z) - Special subjects
Section 8 - Special
Subjects
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TAB 8 -C
ACRONYMS AND GLOSSARY OF TERMS
ARIES
Amateur Radio Emergency Services
BoCC
Board of County Commissioners
CAP
Civil Air Patrol
CEMP
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan
CID
Command Post
DEM
Department of Emergency Management
DHS
Department of Homeland Security
DSR
Damage Survey Report
EAS
Emergency Alert System
EMAC
Emergency Management Assistance Compact
EMD
Emergency Management Division (State of Washington Military Department)
EMS
Emergency Medical Services
EOC
Emergency Operations Center
EOG
Emergency Operations Guide
ESF
Emergency Support Function
EXSUM
Executive Summary
FEMA
Federal Emergency Management Agency
FLA
Federal Lead Agency
HAZMAT
Hazardous Materials
HHS
Health and Human Services
HIVA
Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis
IAP
Incident Action Plan
IC
Incident Commander
ICS
Incident Command System
IMT
Incident Management Team
JCSO
Jefferson County Sheriff's Office
JEFFCOM
Jefferson County Communications (9 -1 -1 center)
JGH
Jefferson General Hospital
JIC
Joint Information Center
JPREP
Jefferson- Peninsula Regional Emergency Planning Committee
LEPC
Local Emergency Planning Committee (for hazardous materials emergencies)
NAWAS
National Warning System
NIMS
National Incident Management System (parent to the ICS)
NOAA
National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration (parent to NWS)
NRP
National Response Plan
NWS
National Weather Service
PDA
Preliminary Damage Assessment
PIO
Public Information Officer
PPE
Personal Protective Equipment
PSAP
Public Safety Answering Point (9 -1 -1)
RACES
Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Services
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Agency Representative: A person assigned by a primary, assisting, or cooperating government agency or
private entity that has been delegated authority to make decisions affecting that agency's participation in
incident management activities following appropriate consultation with the leadership of that agency.
All Hazards: The concept of a single master plan and operational concept that can be adapted to all of the
hazards faced by the community.
Area Command (Unified Area Command): An organization established to oversee management of multiple
Incidents or oversee the management of large or multiple incidents to which several Incident Management
Teams have been assigned. Area Command sets overall strategy and priorities, allocates critical resources
according to priorities, ensures that objectives are met and strategies followed. Area Command becomes
Unified Area Command when incidents are multi - jurisdictional. Area Command may be established at the
Emergency Operations Center or at some other location other than an incident command post.
City Command: The general term used to identify the principal location for technical deployment and
coordination of city resources. See Emergency Operations Center.
Command Post: The local command and control point for the detailed deployment of individual agency
assets.
Continuity of Government Measures taken to assure continuation of essential functions and services under
emergency conditions.
Cross - boundary: A multi - jurisdictional incident; usually refers to a joint city /county operation.
Damage assessment: The process of determining the magnitude of damage and identifying the unmet
needs of the community.
Declaration of disaster: Follows a Declaration of Emergency (see below) as notice to the Governor that
local and mutual aid resources have (or may soon be) exhausted, and that special assistance is required to
meet the needs of the emergency.
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RCW
Revised Code of Washington
SAR
Search and Rescue
SARA
Superfund Amendment and Reauthorization Act (Emergency Planning and Community
Right -to -know Act - EPCRA)
SOP
Standard Operating Procedure
USAR
Urban Search and Rescue
WAC
Washington Administrative Code
WPA
Washington Pilots' Association
Activation: Implementation of any or all of the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan by the
appropriate authority.
Agency Representative: A person assigned by a primary, assisting, or cooperating government agency or
private entity that has been delegated authority to make decisions affecting that agency's participation in
incident management activities following appropriate consultation with the leadership of that agency.
All Hazards: The concept of a single master plan and operational concept that can be adapted to all of the
hazards faced by the community.
Area Command (Unified Area Command): An organization established to oversee management of multiple
Incidents or oversee the management of large or multiple incidents to which several Incident Management
Teams have been assigned. Area Command sets overall strategy and priorities, allocates critical resources
according to priorities, ensures that objectives are met and strategies followed. Area Command becomes
Unified Area Command when incidents are multi - jurisdictional. Area Command may be established at the
Emergency Operations Center or at some other location other than an incident command post.
City Command: The general term used to identify the principal location for technical deployment and
coordination of city resources. See Emergency Operations Center.
Command Post: The local command and control point for the detailed deployment of individual agency
assets.
Continuity of Government Measures taken to assure continuation of essential functions and services under
emergency conditions.
Cross - boundary: A multi - jurisdictional incident; usually refers to a joint city /county operation.
Damage assessment: The process of determining the magnitude of damage and identifying the unmet
needs of the community.
Declaration of disaster: Follows a Declaration of Emergency (see below) as notice to the Governor that
local and mutual aid resources have (or may soon be) exhausted, and that special assistance is required to
meet the needs of the emergency.
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Declaration of emergency: Notice by the elected heads of government that extreme measures may be
necessary to preserve life and property and protect the public peace. Made by resolution under the rules.
Designee: Authorized to perform certain identified duties by the grantor. The designee for the Director of
Emergency Management in the execution of the CEMP is usually the Program Manager.
Director of Emergency Management: Responsible for development, administration, and execution of the
emergency management program; The County Administrator for Jefferson County and the City Manager for
the City of Port Townsend.
Emergency Action Guide (EOG): A manual (and related checklists) of specific procedures necessary for
effective activation of emergency plans and procedures.
Emergency Alert System (EAS): The federally mandated program requiring local broadcasters and cable
outlets to relay emergency information. Replaces the Emergency Broadcast System.
Emergency Management Council (previously known as the Jefferson - Peninsula Regional Emergency
Planning Committee): The joint county /city policy level body that provides general guidance to the Director
of Emergency Management regarding the emergency management plan and program; established by the
interlocal agreement.
Emergency Operations Center (EOC): The central location from which overall direction and control of
coordinated response to a disaster will be established. County coordination is carried out from the EOC.
City resources are deployed from "City Command" (see above).
Emergency Support Function: Functional annexes to the State of Washington Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan.
Emergency Worker. For the purposes of this plan, an Emergency Worker is a volunteer operating under
the provisions of WAC 118 -04, and eligible for compensation for loss or injury when involved in an eligible
activity.
Expedient volunteer. Volunteer resources recruited for short-term assignments, usually on the scene; also
spontaneous volunteer.
Federal Disaster Declaration: Formal action by the President to make a state eligible for federal disaster
assistance.
Finance Section: Referring to the IMT general staff position for coordination of all fiscal management
relating to the incident; including purchase control, cost tracking, claims processing, and general budget
management.
Fire Mobilization Plan: Washington State plan for the mobilization of fire defense resources throughout the
state in response to a major incident.
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Functional Unit. A component of the Incident Management Team within a section assigned to a carry out a
specific duty within that section.
Franchise utilities: Private utility companies providing authorized services in the city or the county;
includes telephone, electricity, cable television, water, etc.
Govem&s Emergency Declaration: Formal action by the Governor activating the state Comprehensive
Emergency Management Plan and authorizing state resources to be used to assist local political
subdivisions.
Hazard: Any threat with the potential to disrupt services, cause damage, or create casualties.
Hazard Analysis: The process of identifying the hazards that may impact a community and becomes the
basis for emergency planning and preparedness.
Hazard Mitigation: Measures to reduce or prevent the damaging effects of a hazard.
Hazard Specific: Referring to a particular emergency category; unique procedures.
Hazard Vulnerability: The ratio of population, property, commerce, and essential infrastructure and services
at risk from a given hazard relative to the entire community.
Incident Action Plan: A general plan of action, including overall objectives and strategy, established by
incident command for a specific operational period (usually twenty -four hours).
Incident Commander. The individual responsible for overall management of the incident.
Incident Command System: A common organizational structure and procedure for managing resources and
coordinating response to an emergency.
Incident Management Team: The leadership team, rooted on the Incident Command System structure,
responsible for general coordination of emergency response and recovery from the Emergency Operations
Center.
Interlocal agreement for Emergency Management: The formal agreement for carrying out a program of
emergency management in Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend.
Jefferson- Peninsula Regional Emergency Planning Committee (now known as Emergency Management
Council): The operational level forum for the exchange of information and training among the partner
emergency response and recovery agencies.
Joint Information Center (JIC): The central coordination point for release of information to the public; made
up of representatives from all major participants to assure consistent public message.
Liaison officer. The IMT command staff position for coordination with all external resources, including state
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and federal agencies.
Local Disaster Declaration: A resolution by the Board of County Commissioners that local resources
(including municipal, mutual aid, and reasonable commercial sources) has been (or is about to be)
exhausted; and specific assistance is required from the state. (See Declaration of Disaster)
Local Emergency Declaration: A resolution by the Board of County Commissioners activating the county
Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan authorizing county resources to be used to respond to the
emergency, and implementing certain emergency powers. (See Declaration of Emergency).
Logistics Section: Referring to the IMT general staff position for coordination of materiel support to the
incident; including supplies and equipment, transportation and fuel, facilities, and maintenance.
Mutual Aid Agreement: A formal agreement for reciprocal assistance for emergency services and resources
between jurisdictions. Mutual Aid Agreements can be written pre - disaster compacts or verbal after the
emergency occurs. Verbal agreements must be documented in writing as a condition for receiving
reimbursement.
Operational Period: The period of time identified in the Incident Action Plan for execution of a given set of
actions; usually twenty -four hours.
Operations Section: Referring to the IMT general staff position for coordination of direct response to the
emergency; including law enforcement, fire, EMS, public works, public health, disaster assistance.
Providing Entity: The entity providing mutual aid assistance to a Requesting Entity pursuant to a mutual aid
agreement.
Requesting Entity: The entity that requests mutual aid assistance for emergency work within its legal
jurisdiction.
Partner agency /organization: Active participants in implementation of the CEMP; agencies with an
identified role in disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, or recovery.
Plans Section: Referring to the IMT general staff responsibility for coordination of disaster analysis,
damage assessment, and strategic information management.
Primary EOC: The lead direction and control point; the EOC of the jurisdiction in which the incident occurs;
the county EOC in the event of a cross - boundary event.
Public information Officer(P10): The IMT command staff position responsible for coordination of the release
of information to the public.
Public Safety Answering Point: The twenty -four hour location for the receipt of emergency calls from the
public (9 -1 -1).
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Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Services (RACES): A recognized component of the amateur radio
community specifically assigned to support government operations in an emergency.
Requesting agency: The agency or organization requesting an external resource through the resource
ordering process. A party to a mutual aid agreement.
Requesting agent: The designated recipient (custodian) of the requested resource. The agency or
organization requesting an external resource through the resource ordering process.
Resource: All personnel, facilities, supplies, and equipment available, or potentially available, for use in
combating the emergency.
Section: An organizational level of the IMT having responsibility for coordination of primary elements such
as operations, plans, logistics, or finance.
Self- deploy: Deployed to an emergency without request for mutual aid assistance
Strategic: Strategic elements of incident management are characterized by continuous long -term, high -level
planning. These elements involve the adoption of goals and objectives, the setting of priorities, the
establishment of budgets and other fiscal decisions, policy development, and application of measures of
performance or effectiveness.
Strike Team: Specific combinations of the same kind of resources; with a leader and common
communications.
Task Force: A group of resources temporarily assembled for a specific assignment; with a leader and
common communications.
Unified Command: A method for all designated lead agencies with jurisdictional responsibility to the
incident to contribute to determining overall objectives and selection of strategy to achieve those objectives.
Volunteer: Any individual accepted to perform services by an agency having the authority to accept
volunteer services, when the individual performs services without promise, expectation, or receipt of
compensation for services performed.
Warning: Information that hazardous conditions are occurring or there is a high probability that they are
imminent.
Watch: Increased probability of the occurrence of hazardous conditions, the timing and severity of which is
unknown.
Welfare Inquiries: The process of tracking displaced persons after a major emergency; conducted by the
American Red Cross.
Wildland /Urban Interface fire: Forest fire in an adjacent developed area.
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PLAN DISTRIBUTION LIST
County Offices and Departments:
Animal Services
Assessor
Auditor
Board of County Commissioners
Central Services
Community Development
County Administrator
District Court
Emergency Management
Facilities
Health and Human Services
JeffCom
Prosecutor
Public Works
Sheriff's Office
Superior Court
Treasurer
City Offices and Departments:
Building and Community Development
City Attorney
City Clerk
City Council
City Manager
Finance
Library
Police Department
Public Works
Special Purpose Districts and Quasi - Governmental Agencies:
Brinnon Community Center
Brinnon School District
Chimacum School District
Coyle Parks and Recreation District
East Jefferson Fire & Rescue
Fire District No. 2
Fire District No. 3
Fire District No. 4
Fire District No. 5
Gardiner Community Center
Jefferson County Library
Jefferson County P. U. D. No. 1
Jefferson Transit
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Olympic Community Action Programs (OLYCAP)
Port of Port Townsend
Port Townsend Community Center
Port Townsend School District
Quilcene Community Center
Quilcene School District
Tri -Area Community Center
Private, Non - profit, faith - based, and service organizations:
American Red Cross, Olympic Peninsula Chapter
Kale Point Emergency Preparedness Committee
North Beach Emergency Preparedness Committee
Port Ludlow Emergency Preparedness Committee
Salvation Army
Other local, state government, and tribal offices:
Clallam County Emergency Management Division
Fort Flagler State Park
Fort Worden State Park
Hoh Tribal Nation
Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management
Naval Magazine Indian Island
State Emergency Management Division
Washington State Patrol, Bremerton
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INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
FOR EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
IN JEFFERSON COUNTY, WASEEINGTON
AND THE CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered into by Jefferson County, Washington referred to as the COUNTY and the
City of Port Townsend hereinafter referred to as the CITY.
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WHEREAS, RCW 38.52.070 authorizes and directs each political sub-division o.
organization for emergency management in accordance with the state emergency
and
WHEREAS, RCW 38.52.070 authorizes two or more political subdivisions to join in the formation and operation of
alocal organization for emergency management; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the citizens of Jefferson County that the COUNTY and the CTIT cooperate
and coordinate with each other in developing emergency management plans and programs; and
WHEREAS, a unified approach to providing emergency management is cost effective, prevents' duplication of
effort, and improves communication across jurisdictions
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein the parties agree as follows:
I. PURPOSE
It is the purpose of this agreement to provide for a joint comprehensive program of emergency management
to mitigate, prepare for, respond to, and recovery from emergencies and disasters as defined by RCW 38.52.
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H. ORGANIZATION
A. There is hereby created a joint local organization for emergency management, to be composed of the
COUNTY and the CITY, to be ]mown as the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management.
B. The County Administrator shall act as Director of Emergency Management.
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C. The duties of the Director of Emergency Management shall include, but are not limited to, the
following:
1. Directs the activities of the emergency management department.
2. Supervises emergency management staff.
3. Maintains a process for developmont, review, and revision of the joint Comprehensive Emergency
Management Plan as required by law.
4. Cooperates with other local, state, and federal government agencies, and private sect agencies
and organizations in matters pertaining to emergency management planning,
5. Co- chairs the Emergency Management Council.
6. Serves as the chief advisor to the Board of County Commissioners concerning emergency
management matters.
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When needed to activate the emergency management plan, issues
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S. Upon declaration of emergency, executes the special powers conferred by statue, agreement, or as
approved by the Board of County Commissioners.
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C. The City Manager shall act as City Director of Emergency Management for matters pertaining to
emergency management in the city in cooperation with the Director of Emergency Management. The
City Manager shall also serve as co-Director of Emergency Management.
D. The duties of the Co- direetor of emergency management shall include, but are not limited to, the
following: I
1, Co- chairs the Emergency Management Council.
2. Serves as the chief advisor to the City Council concerning emergency management matters.
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3. When needed to activate the emergency management plan, issues interim declaration of
emergency pending ratification by the City Council.
4 approved on declaration � qty ���y, executes the special powers conferred by statue, a l' cement; or as
III. FINANCES
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A. There is hereby created and established a special pooled fund, designated the "Jefferson County
Emergency Management Fund ". It is agreed by the parties hereto that said fund shall be (maintained and
administered by the COUNTY. All monies received for the Emergency Management account,
including financial contributions by the CITY, shall be deposited in said fund.
B. The parties hereto may agree to provide in -kind services as agreed in lieu of financial contribution to the
fund.
C. Failure of either party hereto to contribute their budget share or provide in -kind services as agreed shall
constitute withdrawal from this agreement
IV. PROGRAM GUIDANCE - EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COUNCIL
A. There is hereby created a joint Emergency Management Council (hereinafter referred to as COUNCIL).
The COUNCIL shall consist of the following: j
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1. County Administrator.
2. City Manager.
3. Board of County Commissioner's representative.
4. City Council representative.
5. Sheriffs Office representative.
6. Police Department representative.
7. Fire Districts' representative.
H. Maintain coordination with the Department ofHomeland Security through Homeland Security Region
Two Coordinating Council. Monitor and comply with budget and grant management requirements
associated with Homeland Security grants and related activities.
I. Establish and maintain a twenty-four hour warning receipt and key personnel alerting capability.
Establish and maintain a twenty-four on-call capability.
J. Represent the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management.
K Coordinate the Jefferson Peninsula Regional Emergency Planning committee.
8. City Fire Department' representative.
9. Department of Health and Human Services representative.
B.
The powers and responsibilities of the COUNCIL shall include the following:
1. Review emergency management plans and procedures and make recommendations to the
legislative bodies of the COUNTY and CITY.
2. Recommend staffing levels, scope. or work, operating budget, and distribution of costs.
Recommendations will be reviewed and approved by the signatories to this agreemeak
3. Establish broad policy guidelines provide general policy oversight of the emergency'managem
program
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The majority of the voting members of the COUNCIL shall constitute a quorum.
D.
The County Administrator and the City Manager shall co -chair the COUNCIL.
V. SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED BY THE COUNTY TO THE CITY
The COUNTY will provide service and personnel to the CITY to assist them in developing andl maiutaiuir
an emergency management program, to include, but not limited to, the following:
A.
Manage the Department of Emergency Management and develop the emergency readiness ofCOUN
and CITY government in compliance with state and federal laws and standards for disaster pteparedr
and homeland security.
B.
Develop and maintain the joint Comprehensive Emergency Management plan.asrequved by law.
C.
Provide and support an Emergency Management organization to coordinate program activities,
including daily program administration, maintenance and production of records, department
correspondence, and routine office management.
D.
Recruit, register, and identify emergency management volunteers, and assure compliance with WAC
118 -04.
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Coordinate, design, and/or conduct emergency management training, drills, and exercises.!
F.
Establish and maintain an public outreach and disaster preparedness education program
G.
Coordinate compliance with S.A.R.A. Title III.
H. Maintain coordination with the Department ofHomeland Security through Homeland Security Region
Two Coordinating Council. Monitor and comply with budget and grant management requirements
associated with Homeland Security grants and related activities.
I. Establish and maintain a twenty-four hour warning receipt and key personnel alerting capability.
Establish and maintain a twenty-four on-call capability.
J. Represent the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management.
K Coordinate the Jefferson Peninsula Regional Emergency Planning committee.
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L. Assure operational: readiness of COUNTY Emergency Operations Center and ass
conduct scheduled maintenance and readiness tests; assure operational readiness.
VI. SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED 13Y THE CITY TO THE COUNTY
A Identify and assign personnel to the joint emergency management program or make a
contribution the "Jefferson County Emergency Management Fund" as agreed.
B. Assist in development of plans and procedures for CITY departments and agencies ca
joint Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan.
C. Assure operational readiness of the CITY Command Center and associatedequipmeni
scheduled maintenance and readiness tests; assure operational readiness and coordinal
County EOC.
D. Coordinate with COUNTY staff personnel designing and conducting operational read
drills, and exercises.
E. Assign personnel to the COUNTY Emergency Operations Center (EOC) as requested
assure COUNTYXI TY coordination.
VII. DURATION
The duration of this Agreement shall be commencing immediately, and end December 31,
continue in effect for subsequent calendar years.
VIII. WrMRAWAL
Either party to this Agreement may withdraw effective December 31 of any year during the term he
provided such notice to withdraw is provided in writing ninety (90) days prior to December 31. No
compensation shall be owed to any withdrawing party.
This Agreement may be amended upon the mutual agreement of the parties hereto.
writing and signed by both parties.
X. INDEMNITY
Each party shall be responsible for the wrongful and negligent acts or omissions, of its
employees to the full extent required by law, and shall indemnify, defend, and hold the
from any such liability.
XI. SEVERABILTTY
A. It is understood and agreed that if any part, term or provision of this Agreement
be illegal, the validity of the remaining provisions shall be construed and enforc
did not contain the particular provision held to be invalid.
B. If it should appear that any provision hereof is in conflict with any statute of the State
said provision which may conflict therewith shall be deemed modified to conform to
provision.
XIII. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
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The parties agree that this Agreement is the complete expression of the terms hereto and any oral
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WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be executed this I day of
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CITY OF PORT T END
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APPR VED AS TO LEGAL FORM:
City Attorney
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City Clerk
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THE JEFFERSON COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT LOGO
The term "Emergency Management" means the combined efforts of local, state, federal, and private
resources in disaster mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. The Emergency Management
program, formerly "Civil Defense ", was established in1941 in response to the growing national emergency,
Several similar civilian defense programs date as far back as 1900.
The first Civil Defense activity was identified in Jefferson County in 1942, a few months following the
outbreak of World War II. Various components of the program, including the Ground Observer Corps, were
made up of volunteers. The Civil Defense heritage of community preparedness was expanded in the early
1960's to include disaster response and recovery from all hazards.
The original national Civil Defense symbol was a white triangle in a blue circle with a red "CD ". Various
patterns were depicted in the middle of the circle to represent duties such as Air Raid Warden, Fire Watch,
Auxiliary Police, Medical Corps, etc. The white triangle has remained a symbol of disaster preparedness
(local- state - federal), and still appears on the seal of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA -
the successor to the various offices of civil defense). FEMA was absorbed by the Department of Homeland
Security in 2004.
The unique Jefferson County Emergency Management logo shown above is intended to reflect the civil
defense triangle in a past - present- future array. The triangles transition through the circle depicting an
honorable history, a clear mission, and the application of modern technology in meeting an ever changing
role.
The gold circle describes coordination and shared responsibility among the emergency response and
recovery partners. The red half - circle (background) represents the war service heritage (and the current
mission of homeland security) and the blue half - circle our all- hazards emergency preparedness
configuration. Those two background fields outline the letters "CD ".
The triangles graphically resemble the forests and mountains of the Olympic Peninsula. Red, white, and
blue were chosen as the primary colors to represent our national pride.