To: Board of Directors
From: Lewis Broschard, Chief, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District
Report Title: 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Adoption
?Recommendation of the County Administrator ? Recommendation of Board Committee
RECOMMENDATIONS:
ACCEPT the 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) for the Contra Costa County Protection District and ADOPT Resolution 2025-XX acknowledging the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) guided three-volume document:
* Volume I: Countywide Mitigation Strategy and Risk Assessment
* Volume II: Contra Costa County Fire Protection District Annex
* Volume II: Rodeo-Hercules Fire Protection District
Once adopted, the LHMP will remain in effect until September 18, 2029 with annual updates submitted to the California Office of Emergency Services and FEMA to report on implementation progress.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There are no direct fiscal impacts associated with this item. Adoption of the LHMP is a prerequisite for local governments, including special districts, to access FEMA's Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grant programs. These programs include the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP), Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) Program, Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) Program, and the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program - Post Fire. By formally adopting the LHMP, the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District secures eligibility for critical funding opportunities that support infrastructure improvements and disaster preparedness initiatives.
BACKGROUND:
Hazard mitigation planning is essential for strengthening community resilience by proactively identifying and addressing risks associated with natural and human-caused disasters. The Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) establishes a strategic framework for risk assessment, mitigation measures, and resource allocation, ensuring a comprehensive approach to disaster risk reduction. By implementing targeted mitigation efforts, the LHMP seeks ...
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