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Home My WebLink About12. Approve Updated Emerg Ops Plan (EOP) Outlining City's Support & Coordination Response to an EmergIfri1►C•a r TO: • •' •' AND MEMBERS OF • FROM: DEPARTMENT VV BY: MARK GILLASPIE, FIRE CHIEF FI��IDIIII� DATE: r -,• i� i • - • -ffiRk • - . i - • . A• The Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) addresses the City of Downey's planned response to extraordinary emergency situations associated with natural disasters, technological incidents, and national security emergencies. The plan is a preparedness document—designed to be read, understood, and exercised prior to an emergency. It is designed to include the City of Downey as part of the California Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). The plan also provides basic planning information. The intended audience of this EOP consists of City of Downey's departments, elected city officials, and representatives of private corporations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that are responsible for staffing positions in the City Emergency Operation Center (EOC). This plan is also a reference for managers from other local governments in the Operational Area, the State and Federal government, and other interested members of the public. The EOP uses management -by -objective protocols. Its role is to ensure that all emergency response activities are directed toward reaching an agreed-upon goal. The scope of this plan is not tactical, nor does it focus on Incident Command at the field APPROVE $60,000 FOR A FOUR YEARS PROJECT ($15,000 PER YEAR) TO UPDATE THE CITY'S EMERGENCY SHELTER SUPPLY BIN MAY 14, 2019 2 .evel. Rather, the •' addresses overall support and coordination • E• -esponse to an emergency, disaster or event. -•' every year and/or it may •- modified after an incident, exercise •, changes in procedures, law, rules or regulations. No fiscal impact. ATTACHMENTS FWIV M. a 7 ZWWIV ••- Emergency Operations Plan Prepared by: City of Downey Office of Emergency Management Revised March 26, 2019 CityofDowney This Page Left Blank 9 NEmergency Operations Plan ( ) CityofDowney 3/26/2019 Rick Rodriguez MAYOR CITY OF DOWNEY, CALIFORNIA CITY OF DOWNEY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN PROMULGATION The primary role of government is to provide for the welfare of its citizens. The welfare and safety of citizens is never more threatened than during disasters. The goal of emergency management is to ensure that mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery actions exist so that public welfare and safety is preserved The City of Downey Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) provides a framework for city-wide emergency management. It addresses the roles and responsibilities of government organizations, and ensures consistency with the Standard Emergency Management System (SEMS). SEMS helps link local, State, Federal, and private organizations and resources during disasters and emergencies in the City of Downey. The plan will continue to evolve, responding to lessons learned from actual disaster and emergency experiences, on-going planning efforts, training and exercise activities, and State and Federal guidance. Therefore, in recognition of the emergency management responsibilities of Downey's government and with the authority vested in me as the Mayor of the City of Downey, I hereby promulgate the City of Downey Emergency Operations Plan. 'i Rick Rodriguez Mayor, City of Downey Is r ;v TI Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) NIP CityofDowney 3/26/2019 . .......... . ..... . . - This Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) will be reviewed by all departments/ iil agencies assigned a primary function in the Roles and Responsibilities Section. Upon completion of review and written concurrence by these departments/ agencies, the plan will be submitted to the City Council for review and approval. Upon concurrence by the City Council, the plan will be officially adopted and promulgated. A copy of the EOP will also be sent to the County Office of Emergency Management and the Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), Southern Region for their records. 14ff ?A !=,or, I V I I I I I I The following departments of the City of Downey concur with the content of the revised (2019) City of Downey EOP. _Pepartment City Clerk City Management City Management Columbia Memorial Space Center and Library Community Development Finance Position Name Sii �nature Date City Alicia Duarte. -711 Clerk City Gilbert Livas "' �� - /� j3/�q P Manager City Yvette Attorney Garcia Director Ben Dickow Director Aldo Schindler Director Anil Gandhy Fire Fire Mark Chief Gillaspie Human Resources Director James McQueen Parks and Director Pamela Recreation Police I Public Works Passow Police Dean Chief Milligan Director Delfino ConsunjiI Ii I � zc a 3 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 PLAN CERTIFICATION................................................................................................. iii APPROVAL AND PROMULGATION: ........................................................................... iv Concurrence of City Departments..............................................................................iv Participation of Volunteer and Private Agencies TABLE OF CONTENTS.................................................................................................. v PLAN MAINTENANCE AND REVISION HISTORY.......................................................1 p; 2.5 Public Information.............................................................................................. PLAN DISTRIBUTION.................................................................................................... 2 SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION........................................................................................3 1 Employee and Internal Notifications/ Alerts........................................................27 1. 1 Purpose.............................................................................................................. 3 1.2 Intended Audience............................................................................................... 3 1.3 Scope................................................................................................................... 3 1.4 City Overview.......................................................................................................4 Responsibilities................................................................................................... Hazard Analysis Summary................................................................................... 5 1.5 Planning Assumptions......................................................................................... 7 1.6 Emergency Operations Plan Organization........................................................... 8 1.7 Activation of the EOP........................................................................................... 8 1.8 People with Disabilities and Others with Access and Functional Needs .............. 9 1.9 Phases of Emergency Management.................................................................... 9 MitigationPhase................................................................................................... 9 Preparedness Phase.......................................................................................... 10 ResponsePhase................................................................................................ 11 RecoveryPhase................................................................................................. 12 SECTION 2: DIRECTION, CONTROL AND COORDINATION....................................14 2.1 SEMS, NIMS, and ICS....................................................................................... 14 National Incident Management System (NIMS).................................................. 14 Standard Emergency Management System (SEMS) .......................................... 15 2.2 Incident Command System (ICS)....................................................................... 21 2.3 Mutual Aid.......................................................................................................... 21 Mutual Aid / Memorandum of Understanding List ............................................... 22 MutualAid Regions............................................................................................ 22 Mutual Aid Coordinators 23 Participation of Volunteer and Private Agencies 24 2.4 Emergency Proclamations 25 p; 2.5 Public Information.............................................................................................. 26 2.6 Alerting and Warning 27 1 Employee and Internal Notifications/ Alerts........................................................27 Public Notification/Alerts.....................................................................................28 "! 2.7 Continuity of Government.................................................................................. 28 Purpose.............................................................................................................. 28 Responsibilities................................................................................................... 29 Preservation of Local Government..................................................................... 29 Lines of Succession for Officials Charged with Discharging Emergency Responsibilities................................................................................................... 29 DisasterCouncil................................................................................................. 30 v CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) 3/26/2019 CityOfficials ........................................................................................................ 30 CityCouncil ........................................................................................................ 31 Temporary Council Meeting Location and Alternate Government Location........ 31 Preservation of Vital Records ............................................................................. 31 2.8 Training and Exercises ...................................................................................... 32 SECTION 3: CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS (CONOPS) .............................................. 34 3.1 Emergency Operation Center (EOC) ................................................................. 34 EOCLocation ..................................................................................................... 34 EOCActivations ................................................................................................. 34 EOCLevels ........................................................................................................ 35 EOC Organization Chart ..................................................................................... 36 EOC Roster and City Departments ..................................................................... 37 EOC Management Staff and Function ................................................................ 39 EOCGeneral Staff .............................................................................................. 41 3.2 City Roles and Responsibilities .......................................................................... 43 CityAttorney ....................................................................................................... 43 CityCouncil ........................................................................................................ 43 CityManagement ............................................................................................... 43 Community Development ................................................................................... 43 EmergencyManager .......................................................................................... 43 Finance Department ........................................................................................... 43 FireDepartment .................................................................................................. 44 Parksand Recreation ......................................................................................... 44 PoliceDepartment .............................................................................................. 44 Public Information Officer ................................................................................... 45 PublicWorks ....................................................................................................... 45 3.3 County Departments/Officers ............................................................................. 45 County Office of Emergency Management .........................................................45 Disaster Management Area Coordinator (DMAC) .............................................. 45 3.4 Other .................................................................................................................. 45 SEAACA............................................................................................................. 45 Downey Unified School District ........................................................................... 46 SECTION 4: RECOVERY OPERATIONS .................................................................... 47 4.1 Phases of Recovery ........................................................................................... 47 ShortTerm .......................................................................................................... 48 Intermediate (Mid Term) ..................................................................................... 48 LongTerm .......................................................................................................... 48 4.2 Roles and Responsibilities ................................................................................. 49 Cal OES Recovery Branch ................................................................................. 49 FEMA Emergency Support Function #14 ...........................................................49 City Recovery Task Force ........................................................................................ 50 4.3 State and Federal Integration ............................................................................. 50 LAC.................................................................................................................... 50 4.4 Federal Assistance Programs ............................................................................ 51 Direct Federal Assistance ................................................................................... 51 RecoveryPrograms ............................................................................................ 51 vi CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) 3/26/2019 Other Federal Programs ..................................................................................... 51 Delivery of Federal Assistance Programs ........................................................... 51 SECTION 5: APPENDICES .......................................................................................... 53 5.1 Appendix A: Acronyms ....................................................................................... 53 5.2 Appendix B: Glossary ........................................................................................ 55 5.3 Appendix C: Authorities and References ........................................................... 60 Local Ordinances, Resolutions, and Administrative Regulation ......................... 60 County................................................................................................................ 61 StateAuthorities ................................................................................................. 61 FederalAuthorities ............................................................................................. 62 References......................................................................................................... 63 FIGURES: Figure 1: Emergency Plan Interface ........................................................................... 4 Figure 2: Map of City of Downey ................................................................................ 5 Figure 3: SEMS Organization Levels ....................................................................... 15 Figure 4: Map of Los Angeles County and Disaster Management Areas ................. 17 Figure 5: EOC Relationships ................................................................................... 20 Figure 6: Discipline -Specific Mutual Aid Systems .................................................... 22 Figure 7: California Mutual Aid and Administrative Regions .................................... 23 Figure 8: Emergency Operation Center (EOC) Organizational Chart ...................... 37 TABLES: Table 1: Downey's Top 13 Hazards ......... Table 2: EOC Activation Levels ............... Table 3: EOC Positions and City Departrr vi CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 The EOP is maintained by Downey's Office of Emergency Management and will be reviewed every year and/or it may be modified after an incident, exercise or changes in procedures, law, rules or regulations. Updates and revisions may include: Operating Procedures Organizational structures Changes in format No. Revision Date 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Section of Plan Revised E Revised by Comments CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) 3/26/2019 The EOP will be distributed to the below departments or agencies. The EOP is also available upon request to external organizations. City Departments/ Divisions City Attorney City Clerk City Manager Columbia Memorial Space Center Community Development Finance o IT Division Fire Human Resources Library Mayor/ City Council Parks and Recreation Police Public Works County Disaster Management Area Coordinator (DMAC) Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management State Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), Southern Region Special Districts and Other Organizations 2 CityofDowney 1. 1 Purpose Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 This Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) addresses the City of Downey's planned response to extraordinary emergency situations associated with natural disasters, technological incidents, and national security emergencies. This plan is a preparedness document—designed to be read, understood, and exercised prior to an emergency. It is designed to include the City of Downey as part of the California Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) and the National Incident Management System (NIMS). This plan provides basic planning information. City departments must prepare standard operating procedures and, in some cases, more detailed checklists which will describe their internal operations under emergency conditions. 1.2 Intended Audience The intended audience of this EOP consists of City of Downey's departments, elected city officials, and representatives of private corporations and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) that are responsible for staffing positions in the City Emergency Operation Center (EOC). This plan is also a reference for managers from other local governments in the Operational Area, the State and Federal government, and other interested members of the public. 1.3 Scope The EOP uses management -by -objective protocols. Its role is to ensure that all emergency response activities are directed toward reaching an agreed-upon goal. The scope of this plan is not tactical, nor does it focus on Incident Command at the field level. Rather, the EOP addresses overall support and coordination of Downey's response to an emergency, disaster or event. This plan encompasses all hazards applicable to the City of Downey, which include both 1 natural and man-made, and range from planned events to large-scale disasters. EOP procedures are scalable in order to address both incidents that develop over time and those that may occur without warning. This plan is part of a larger planning framework that supports emergency management within the state. See Figure 1: Emergency Plan Interface for an illustration of the relationship of the EOP to other plans of the state and its political subdivisions. Through an integrated framework of emergency plans and procedures involving all stakeholders in the emergency management community, the City of Downey will promote effective planning and 3 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan ( ) 3/26/2019 coordination prior to an emergency, thereby ensuring a more effective response and recovery. Stele Emergency Plan Operational Area qr uq� Emergency Plan P a Annexes . ,, w functional Annexes LG Agefties md vapaeamera, ci s Field Level el Plans arra Procedure Figure 1: Emergency Plan Interface 1.4 Citv Overview The City of Downey is part of the following: 1) Area E of the Los Angeles Operational Area, 2) Region I of the Southern Administrative Region of State Office of Emergency Services, and 3) Region IX of the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Office (FEMA) (see Figure 4: Map of Los Angeles County and Disaster Management Areas). It is located 12 miles southeast of Los Angeles and is the 10th largest city in Los Angeles County. It has a residential population of 113,092 and a daytime population of 148,557. It also operates its own police and fire departments. Downey is 12.7 square miles in size and is bordered by the cities of Santa Fe Springs, Pico Rivera, Bell Gardens, South Gate, Paramount, Bellflower, and Norwalk (see Figure 2: Map of City of Downey). Downey has three major medical facilities, Kaiser Permanente (352 Beds), PIH Health Hospital/Downey (199 Beds), and Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center. As one of the largest rehabilitation hospitals in the United States, Rancho Los Amigos cares for approximately 4,000 inpatients each year, and services 71,000 outpatient visits each year. The Downey Unified School District consists of 13 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 3 high schools. There are 18 private elementary and/or preschools, and one religious high school. 4 M I.� CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Downey is surrounded by four freeways: Interstate 5 to the north; Interstate 710 to the west; Interstate 605 to the east; and Interstate 105 to the south. State Route 91 is within 2 '/2 miles of the city's southern border. Downey is home to over 3,700 retail, service and manufacturing companies, providing over 47,000 jobs to the region. Below is a list of large employers within Downey: Kaiser Permanente- 4500 Stonewood Center— 1765 Downey Unified School District — 2754 Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center — 1600 PIH Health Hospital- 1500 Coca-Cola Refreshments — 800 Office of Education, County of Los Angeles- 1200 Lakewood Park Health Center- 450 Xpedex- 250 Los Angeles County Facilities — Education (4400) and Library Headquarters (250) OF .,'`✓ I;� L 4 6 TSTER RD City of Downey -j Geographic Border - LI' A i` `! Figure 2: Map of City of Downey Hazard Analysis Summary i City of Downey is vulnerable to a wide range of threats (see Table 1: Downey's Top 13 +; Hazards). The table indicates the top 13 hazards that have been identified in Downey's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan. For additional detail, see the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (separate cover). i, 5 f CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Earthquake 50 Moderately High 49.1 Dam Release 25 Pandemic 25 Hazardous Material Release 24 Moderate 24.1 Windstorm 18 Severe Weather/Storm 18 Adversarial/Human Caused Conditions 15 1 Drought 12 Urban Flood 12 Transportation Accident/ Incident 12 Adversarial/ Human Caused Events 12 Utility Loss 12 Civil Unrest 12 Lta 41 Table 1: Downey's Top 13 Hazards An earthquake could impact all segments of the population. The entire City is subject to dam failure. The City has some major industry and faces the potential for hazardous materials incidents from the stationary hazardous materials users as well as transportation accidents, pipeline ruptures and illegal dumping. The entire City may be subject to flooding, due to flash flooding, urban flooding (storm drain failure/infrastructure breakdown), river channel overflow, and downstream flooding. The City has historically been vulnerable to storm surge inundation associated with large amounts of rainfall in short periods. 6 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 A transportation incident such as a major air crash, train derailment or trucking incident could impact areas within the City. A civil unrest incident could impact either isolated areas within the City or the entire City. The entire Los Angeles basin is considered as a risk area for a nuclear event or act of terrorism; therefore both sheltering and evacuation should be considered. Neither the City nor the County of Los Angeles has the capability to plan for the organized evacuation of the basin; therefore, the extent of planning at this time is restricted to assisting and expediting spontaneous evacuation. In the increased readiness stage, expedient shelters will be utilized as appropriate and information will be provided to the public, as the city no longer maintains public fallout shelters. The City of Downey is not within the planned range of a radioactive plume of a nuclear power plant. Any single incident or a combination of events could require evacuation and/or sheltering of the population. Depending on the event, there may be a requirement for sheltering -in-place or evacuating to a designated reception center/shelter within the jurisdiction or outside of the jurisdiction's boundaries. 1.5 Planninq Assumptions The following assumptions were considered in the development of this Plan. The City of Downey is primarily responsible for emergency actions and will commit all available resources to save lives, protect health and safety, protect property, and preserve the environment. All incidents are local, and may occur at any time with little or no warning and may exceed the capabilities of local government. Emergencies/ disasters may cause casualties/ fatalities, and displace people from their homes. An emergency/disaster can cause damage to property, interrupt public services, damage infrastructure and harm the environment. The City of Downey will utilize Standard Emergency Management System and the National Incident Management System (SEMS/NIMS) in emergency response operations. N to ,I,,�n. Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 The City will use the Incident Command System (ICS) and the Multi -agency Coordination System (MACS) during major incidents and events. The greater the complexity, impact and geographic scope of an emergency, the more multi -agency coordination will be required. The Director of Emergency Services, City Manager, will coordinate the City's disaster response in conformance with its Emergency Services Ordinance. The City of Downey will participate in the Los Angeles County Operational Area Mutual aid assistance will be requested when disaster relief requirements exceed the city's ability to meet them. Downey's whole community approach serves and integrates the needs of people with disabilities and others with access and functional needs. Individuals with access or functional needs may require resources or assets such as durable medical equipment or assistive technology that are limited in number and difficult to procure without planning. 1.6 Emerqencv Operations Plan Organization The EOP consists of a basic plan, and functional and hazard, threat, or incident specific annexes. These annexes, based on their inclusion in the EOP, have direct applicability and are consistent with the concepts described within it. City of Downey's departments have developed various other emergency plans. While not formal annexes to the EOP, they serve to support the annexes by providing further specificity and often field -level guidance or direction. 1.7 Activation of the EOP The City of Downey EOP may be activated under the following circumstances: On the order of the Director of Emergency Services (City Manager) or designee When the Operational Area has proclaimed a Local Proclamation in an area including this jurisdiction. When the Governor has proclaimed a State of Emergency in an area including this jurisdiction. Automatically on the proclamation of a State of War Emergency as defined in California Emergency Services Act (Chapter 7, Division 1, Title 2, California Government Code). A Presidential declaration of a National Emergency. Automatically on receipt of an attack warning or the observation of a nuclear detonation. 8 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan ( ) 3/26/2019 1.8 People with Disabilities and Others with Access and Functional Needs City of Downey is committed to ensuring that considerations are made for people with disabilities and others with access and functional needs at every stage of the emergency management process. Caring for people with disabilities and others with access and functional needs in a disaster is part of the responsibilities of each leader in the emergency management organization. In addition, the City maintains compliance with the requirements of Title 11 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA") and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ("Section 504"). People with disabilities and others with access and functional needs may have additional needs before, during and after an incident in functional areas, including but not limited to: communication, medical care, maintaining independence, supervision, and/or transportation. Others with access and functional needs may include: those who live in institutionalized settings, older adults, children, those from diverse cultures, those who have limited English proficiency or are non -English-speaking, and/or those who are transportation disadvantaged. Included in the City's planning efforts for those with disabilities and others with access and functional needs are: Notification and warning procedures Evacuation considerations Emergency transportation issues Sheltering requirements Accessibility to mobility devices or service animals while in transit or at shelter Accessibility to information 1.9 Phases of Emerqencv Management Emergency management activities are often categorized in phases. Phases include mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Mitigation Phase Many jurisdictions have taken mitigation measures to minimize the impact that is likely to result from a natural disaster. Downey's Local Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies mitigation efforts to reduce the likelihood that a defined natural hazard will impact our communities. As the cost of damage from natural disasters continues to increase, the City recognizes the importance of identifying effective ways to reduce vulnerability to disastrous events. Mitigation includes activities that provide a critical foundation in the effort to reduce the loss of life and property from natural and/or man-made disasters by avoiding or ti� CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 lessening the impact of a disaster and providing value to the public by creating safer communities. Mitigation seeks to break the cycle of disaster damage, reconstruction, and repeated damage. Mitigation efforts occur both before and following disaster events. Post -disaster mitigation is part of the recovery process. Mitigation tools include: Local ordinances and statutes (zoning ordinance, building codes and enforcement, etc.) Structural measures Tax levee or abatements Public information and community relations Land use planning Professional training Preparedness Phase The preparedness phase involves activities taken in advance of an emergency. These activities develop operational capabilities and effective responses to a disaster. These actions might include emergency/disaster planning, training and exercises, and public education. Those identified in this plan as having either a primary or support mission relative to response and recovery should prepare Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)/ Emergency Operating Procedures (EOPs) and checklists detailing personnel assignments, policies, notification rosters, and resource lists. Personnel should be acquainted with these SOPs/ EDPs and checklists through periodic training in the activation and execution procedures. Increased readiness actions will be initiated by the receipt of a warning or the observation that an emergency situation is imminent or likely to occur soon. Actions to be accomplished include, but are not necessarily limited to: Review and update of emergency plans, SOPs/EOPs, and resources listings Dissemination of accurate and timely emergency public information Training and exercises for staff Inspection of critical facilities Recruitment of additional staff and Disaster Services Workers Mobilization of resources Testing warning and communications systems Personnel qualification and certification activities Public Awareness and Education The public's response to any emergency/disaster is based on an understanding of the nature of the emergency/disaster, the potential hazards, the likely response of emergency services and knowledge of what individuals and groups should do to increase their chances of survival and recovery. 10 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Pre -disaster awareness and education programs must be viewed as equal in importance to all other preparations for emergencies and receive an adequate level of planning. Some programs include the Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) and Neighborhood Watch. Hazardous Materials Business and Area Plans Under California Law, businesses handling reportable quantities of hazardous substances are required to establish business plans, known as Hazardous Materials Business Plans (HMBP). The goal of these HMBPs is to prevent or minimize the damage to public health and safety and the environment, from a release or threatened release of hazardous materials. Businesses which handle hazardous materials in reportable quantities shall establish, implement, and submit a HMBP electronically to the statewide information management system (California Environmental Reporting System, or CERS). The local implementing agency [e.g. Certified Unified Program Agency (COPA) or Participating Agency (PA)] will verify the accuracy of the plan. The Hazardous Materials Area Plan program is a planning tool for local government agencies to respond to and minimize the impacts from a release or threatened release of a hazardous material. Local implementing agencies (e.g. CUPA, PA, etc.) are required to establish a Hazardous Materials Area Plan which identifies hazardous materials in their communities; and this information is then used to determine the appropriate level of emergency planning necessary to respond to a release of a hazardous material. Cal OES Fire and Rescue Division coordinates Statewide implementation of these hazardous materials accident prevention and emergency response programs. Response Phase During this phase, emphasis is placed on saving lives and property, control of the situation, and minimizing effects of the disaster. Immediate response is accomplished within the affected area by local government agencies and segments of the private sector. One of the following conditions will apply to the City during this phase: The situation can be controlled without mutual aid assistance from outside the City. Evacuation of portions of the City is required due to uncontrollable immediate and ensuing threats. Mutual aid from outside the City is required. The City is either minimally impacted or not impacted at all, and is requested to provide mutual aid to other jurisdictions. The Emergency Management Organization will give priority to the following operations: CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Dissemination of accurate and timely emergency public information and warning to the public Situation analysis Resource allocation and control Evacuation and rescue operations Medical care operations Coroner operations Care and shelter operations Access and perimeter control Public health operations Restoration of vital services and utilities When local resources are committed to the maximum and additional resources are required, requests for mutual aid will be initiated through the Los Angeles County Operational Area. Fire and law enforcement agencies will request or render mutual aid directly through established channels. Any action which involves financial outlay by the jurisdiction, or a request for military assistance, must be authorized by the appropriate local official. Depending on the severity of the emergency, a Local Emergency may be proclaimed, the local EOC may be activated, and Los Angeles County Operational Area will be advised. The Cal OES Secretary may request a gubernatorial proclamation of a State of Emergency. Should a State of Emergency be proclaimed, state agencies will, to the extent possible, respond to requests for assistance. These activities will be coordinated with the Cal OES Secretary. Cal OES may also activate the State Operations Center (SOC) in Sacramento to support Cal OES Regions, state agencies and other entities in the affected areas and to ensure the effectiveness of the state's SEMS. The State Regional EOC (REOC) in Los Alamitos, or an alternate location, will support the Los Angeles County Operational Area. If the Governor requests and receives a Presidential declaration of an Emergency or a Major Disaster under Public Law 93-288, he will appoint a State Coordinating Officer (SCO). The SCO and an appointed Federal Coordinating Officer will coordinate and control state and federal recovery efforts in supporting local operations. All emergency response efforts and initial recovery support will be coordinated by the REOC. In addition to continuing life and property protection operations, mass care, relocation, registration of displaced persons, and damage assessment operations will be initiated. Recovery Phase As soon as possible, the Cal OES Secretary, operating through the SCO, will bring together representatives of federal, state, county, and city agencies, as well as 12 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 representatives of the American Red Cross, to coordinate the implementation of assistance programs and establishment of support priorities. Local Assistance Centers (LACs) or telephonic centers may also be established, providing a "one-stop" service to initiate the process of receiving federal, state and local recovery assistance. The recovery period has major objectives that may overlap, including: Reinstatement of family autonomy Provision of essential public services Permanent restoration of private and public property Identification of residual hazards Plans to mitigate future hazards Recovery of costs associated with response and recovery efforts See Section 4: Recovery Operations for more detail. 13 to ,I,,�n. Emergency Operations - 3/26/2019 This section describes how the City of Downey Emergency Management Program is administered. Specifically, this section describes foundational guidelines, the process and authority for proclaiming emergencies, and additional elements to sustain the program before, during, and after a disaster. 2.1 SEMS, NIMS, and ICS The City of Downey Emergency Management Program complies with Federal guidance to use National Incident Management System (NIMS) and State guidance to use Standard Emergency Management System (SEMS). Each system is described in detail below. National Incident Management System (NIMS) City of Downey recognizes the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and has incorporated the NIMS concepts into the City's EOP, training and exercises. NIMS provide a comprehensive approach to emergency management for all hazards. It integrates existing best practices into a consistent, nationwide approach to domestic emergency management applicable to all jurisdictional levels (public and private), and across functional disciplines. NIMS also incorporates the Incident Command System (ICS), a standardized on -scene emergency management concept designed to provide an integrated organizational structure for single or multiple emergencies, and to enable emergency response across jurisdictional boundaries. Resource Management The NIMS defines standardized mechanisms and establishes requirements for processes to describe, inventory, mobilize, dispatch, track, and recover resources over the life cycle of an incident. Communications and Information Management The NIMS identifies the requirement for a standardized framework for communications, information management (collection, analysis, and dissemination), and information sharing at all levels of incident management. These elements are briefly described as follows: Incident Management Communications - Incident management organizations must ensure that effective, interoperable communications processes, procedures, and systems exist to support a wide variety of incident management activities across agencies and jurisdictions. 14 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Information Management - Information management processes, procedures, and systems help ensure that information, including communications and data, flows efficiently through a commonly accepted architecture. The system supports numerous agencies and jurisdictions responsible for managing or directing domestic incidents, those impacted by the incident, and those contributing resources to the incident management effort. Effective information management enhances incident management and response and helps ensure that crisis decision- making is better informed. Supporting Technologies Technology and technological systems provide supporting capabilities essential to implementing and continuously refining the NIMS. These include voice and data communications systems, information management systems (i.e., record keeping and resource tracking), and data display systems. Also included are specialized technologies that facilitate ongoing operations and incident management activities in situations that call for unique technology-based capabilities. Standard Emergency Management System (SEMS) Standard Emergency Management System (SEMS) is used to manage multi -agency and multi jurisdictional responses to emergencies in California. SEMS consists of five hierarchical levels: Field, Local Government, Operational Area, Regional, and State (see Figure 3: SEMS Organization Levels). SEMS incorporates the principles of the ICS, the Master Mutual Aid Agreement, existing discipline -specific mutual aid agreements, the Operational Area concept, and multi -agency or interagency coordination and communication. Under SEMS, response activities are managed at the lowest possible organizational level. r . Local governments must use SEMS to be eligible for funding of their personnel -related costs under state disaster assistance _........... programs. ear Figure 3: SEMS Organization Levels Field ......... . The Field level is where emergency response personnel and resources, under the command of responsible officials, carry out tactical decisions and activities in direct response to an incident or threat. SEMS regulations require the use of the ICS at the field response level of an incident. 15 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 The ICS field functions to be used for emergency management are: command, operations, planning/intelligence, logistics, and finance/administration. Local Government Local governments manage and coordinate the overall emergency response and recovery activities within their jurisdiction. Local governments are required to use SEMS when their EOC is activated or a Local Emergency is proclaimed, to be eligible for State reimbursement of response -related costs. Cities are responsible for disaster/emergency response within their boundaries, although some cities contract for some municipal services from other agencies. Special districts are primarily responsible in emergencies for restoration of services that they normally provide. They may also be responsible for safety of people at their facilities or on their property and for warning of hazards from their facilities or operations. Some special districts may assist other local governments in the disaster/emergency response. All local governments are responsible for coordinating with other local governments, the field response level and the operational area. Local governments are also responsible for providing mutual aid within their capabilities. The City Emergency Manager has the lead staff responsibility for SEMS development and planning with responsibilities for: Communicating information within the City of Downey on SEMS requirements and guidelines. Coordinating SEMS development among departments and agencies. Incorporating SEMS into the City of Downey's EOP and procedures. Incorporating SEMS into the City of Downey's emergency ordinances, agreements, memorandum of understandings, etc. Identification of special districts that operate or provide services within the boundaries of the City of Downey. The emergency role of these special districts should be determined and provisions made for coordination during emergencies. Identification of local volunteer and private agencies that have an emergency response role. Contacts should be made to develop arrangements for coordination in emergencies. The City of Downey will participate in the Los Angeles County Operational Area organization and system for coordination and communication within the operational area. All local government staff who may participate in emergencies in the EOC, in department operations centers (DOCs) or at the field level must receive CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 appropriate SEMS training as required by SEMS regulations. New personnel should be trained as they are hired. The City Emergency Manager within the Fire Department is responsible for documenting SEMS training in the City of Downey. In addition to the training, the City of Downey ensures that EOC staff participates regularly in emergency management exercises to improve preparedness, response and recovery activities. Operational Area Under SEMS, the operational area is defined in the Emergency Services Act as an intermediate level of the state's emergency services organization consisting of a county and all political subdivisions within the county area. Political subdivisions include cities, a city and county, counties, district or other local governmental agency, or public agency as authorized by law. U Z 5 5 G 1 Figure 4: Map of Los Angeles County and Disaster Management Areas CityofDowney The operational area is responsible for: Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Coordinating information, resources and priorities among local governments within the operational area, Coordinating information, resources and priorities between the regional level and the local government level, and Using multi -agency or inter -agency coordination to facilitate decisions for overall operational area level emergency response activities. SEMS regulations specify that all local governments within a county geographic area be organized into a single operational area and that the county board of supervisors is responsible for its establishment. On July 5, 1995, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors adopted a formal resolution establishing the Los Angeles County Operational Area, which includes the City of Downey. An Operational Area Advisory Board was formed which meets quarterly. The cities within Los Angeles County are represented on this Board by the Disaster Management Area Coordinators (DMACs). Downey is within Area E within the Los Angeles County Operational Area. Los Angeles County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is the coordinating agency for the Los Angeles County Operational Area. When the Los Angeles County Operational Area EOC is activated, the Sheriff of Los Angeles County, designated by County Ordinance, is the Operational Area Coordinator and has the overall responsibility for coordinating and supporting emergency/disaster operations within the County. The Operational Area is the focal point for information sharing and support requests by cities within the County. The Operational Area Coordinator and supporting staff constitutes the Operational Area Emergency Management Staff. The Operational Area Staff submits all requests for support that cannot be obtained within the County, and other relevant information, to Cal OES Southern Region, Mutual Aid Region I. Activation of the Operational Area EOC during a State of Emergency or a Local Emergency is required by SEMS regulations under the following conditions: A local government within the operational area has activated its EOC and requested activation of the operational area EOC to support their emergency operations. Two or more cities within the operational area have proclaimed a local emergency. The county and one or more cities have proclaimed a local emergency. A city, city and county, or county has requested a governor's proclamation of a state of emergency, as defined in the Government Code Section 8558(b). 18 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 A state of emergency is proclaimed by the governor for the county or two or more cities within the operational area. The operational area is requesting resources from outside its boundaries. This does not include resources used in normal day-to-day operations which are obtained through existing mutual aid agreements. The operational area has received resource requests from outside its boundaries. This does not include resources used in normal day-to-day operations which are obtained through existing mutual aid agreements. Reporting to the Los Angeles County Operational Area City reports and notifications are to be made to the Los Angeles County Operational Area via the Operational Area Response and Recovery System (OARRS). These reports and notifications include: Activation of the City EOC Proclamation of a Local Emergency Reconnaissance Reports City Status Reports Initial Damage Estimates Incident Reports Regional The Regional level manages and coordinates information and resources among Operational Areas within the mutual aid region, and also between the Operational Area and the State level. The Regional level also coordinates overall State agency support for emergency response activities within the Region. California is divided into three Cal OES administrative regions Inland, Coastal, and Southern. The Regional level operates out of the REOC. The City of Downey is within Cal OES' Southern Administrative Region and Region 1 mutual aid region. State The State level of SEMS prioritizes tasks and coordinates State resources in response to requests from the Regional level; it coordinates mutual aid among the mutual aid regions and between the Regional level and State level (see Figure 5: EOC Relationships). The State level also serves as the coordination and communication link between the State and the Federal emergency response system. The State level requests assistance from other State governments through the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (SMAC) and similar interstate compacts/agreements; it coordinates with FEMA when Federal assistance is requested. The State level operates out of the State SOC. 19 CityofDowney Y Coastal REOC Walnut Creek, California CoastalOA EOCs on Federal Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 State Operations Center (SOC) f Mather, California Inland REOC Sacramento, California Inland Region I OA EOCs Figure 5: EOC Relationships Southern REOC Los Alamitos, California Southern Region I OA EOCs The Homeland Security Act of 2002 established the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to prevent terrorist attacks within the United States. It reduces the vulnerability of the United States to terrorism, natural disasters, and other emergencies; and minimizes the damage and assist in the recovery from terrorist attacks, natural disasters, and other emergencies. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) serves as the main federal government contact during disasters and national security emergencies. In a disaster, different federal agencies may be involved in the response and recovery operations. Federal disaster assistance is organized under the concept of the Emergency Support Functions (ESFs) as defined in the National Response Plan. All contact with FEMA and other federal agencies must be made through the Operational Area during the response phase. During the recovery phase, there may be direct city contact with FEMA and other federal agencies. After Action Reports and Corrective Actions SEMS regulations require Cal OES, in cooperation with involved state and local government agencies, to complete an After Action Report (AAR) for each Governor proclaimed emergency. After an incident or from a gubernatorial proclamation, the AAR is completed within 120 days. Furthermore, SEMS regulations under Title XIX, Division 2, Chapter 1, Section 2450(a) requires any federal, state, or local jurisdiction proclaiming or responding to a Local Emergency for which the governor has declared a State of Emergency or State of War Emergency shall complete and transmit an AAR to Cal OES within 90 days of the close of the emergency period. The identification of corrective actions is critical to the AAR process. Jurisdictions are strongly encouraged to make recommendations for correcting problems FZi7 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 noted in the response/recovery effort, or during exercises and training. Corrective actions may encompass anything from detailed recommendations for improving individual agency plans and procedures to broader system -wide improvements. Corrective actions are assigned to relevant stakeholders and tracked to ensure the identified problem has been addressed. 2.2 Incident Command Svstem PICS) City of Downey responds to disasters using the Incident Command System (ICS), which is a primary component of both SEMS and NIMS. This standardized incident management concept allows responders to adopt an integrated organizational structure equal to the complexity and demands of any single incident or multiple incidents without being hindered by jurisdictional boundaries. ICS is based on a flexible, scalable response organization. This organization provides a common framework within which people can work together effectively. Because response personnel may be drawn from multiple agencies that do not routinely work together, the ICS is designed to establish standard response and operational procedures. This reduces the potential for miscommunication during incident response. 2.3 Mutual Aid Mutual aid is designed to ensure that adequate resources, facilities and other support are provided to jurisdictions whenever their own resources prove to be inadequate to cope with a given situation(s). The basis for the system is the California Disaster and Civil Defense Master Mutual Aid Agreement, as provided for in the California Emergency Services Act. This Agreement was developed in 1950 and has been adopted by the state, all 58 counties and most incorporated cities in the State of California. The Master Mutual Aid Agreement creates a formal structure wherein each jurisdiction retains control of its own facilities, personnel and resources, but may also receive or render assistance to other jurisdictions within the state. State government is obligated to provide available resources to assist local jurisdictions in emergencies. It is the responsibility of the local jurisdiction to negotiate, coordinate and prepare mutual aid agreements. Mutual aid agreements exist in law enforcement, fire services, building and safety, medical, public works, and emergency managers (see Figure 6: Discipline - Specific Mutual Aid Systems). In addition to the Mutual Aid agreements that are in place within the state of California, more recently, the Governor signed (September 2005) the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) which allows the state of California to participate with 50 other states in a nationwide mutual aid system. CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) 3/26/2019 ,SEMS Erne'lleocy fi,ea4id Ent.1, cent Lather Systems LEVEL services Rescue 5yslsystemrme System as Developed* [at C3ES F, functional ------------ state File ou'd,uste, Ccaot'diout Coordinator Coordinator . .. . . .... . .... t, pirector ur Regional Cal DES Law yy R.gi ... I FiregRescue Enforcement Flon,tior,al Asindni't'ato, coordinator Coordinator Cr,odi.at Operational Emergency em fee g, Rescue A"d Stall coordinator Local Emergencyf Firechief staff Government management Resource Requests 0 ffim—ation Fl and Coordination r EnforcementjCoordinatacLtaw Functional Enf—em ot coordinator Cru,,dina o, I'd ' d Adana b , 'r � al,,,Ied,cal 1,11,t%al A€aSsc.eic Figure 6: Discipline -Specific Mutual Aid Systems MutualAid lMemorandum of Understanding List Below is a list of mutual aids the City has with various disciplines or agencies. Access Services Incorporated (Los Angeles County paratransit network) — January 1995 American Red Cross — December 2011 Fire Law Master Mutual Aid-- 1958 Public Works — October 1989 Mutual Aid Regions Mutual aid regions are established under the Emergency Services Act. Six mutual aid regions numbered I -VI have been established within California. The City of Downey is within Region 1. Each mutual aid region consists of designated counties. Region 1 is in the Cal OES Southern Administrative Region (Figure 5: California Mutual Aid and Administrative Regions). 22 , CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 0Es CALIFORNIA Governor 's Wlee of EwergenCv&i ces Mutual Aid and Administrative Regions Figure 7: California Mutual Aid and Administrative Regions Mutual Aid Coordinators To facilitate mutual aid, discipline -specific mutual aid systems work through designated mutual aid coordinators at the operational area, regional and state levels. The basic role of a mutual aid coordinator is to receive mutual aid requests, coordinate the provision of resources from within the coordinator's geographic area of responsibility and pass on unfilled requests to the next level. Mutual aid requests that do not fall into one of the discipline -specific mutual aid systems are handled through the emergency services mutual aid system by emergency management staff at the local government, operational area, regional and state levels. Mutual aid coordinators may function from an EOC, their normal departmental location or other locations depending on the circumstances. Some incidents require mutual aid 23 to ,I,,�n. Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 but do not necessitate activation of the affected local government or operational area EOCs because of the incident's limited impacts. In such cases, mutual aid coordinators typically handle requests from their normal work location. When EOCs are activated, all activated discipline -specific mutual aid systems should establish coordination and communications with the EOC. Participation of Volunteer and Private Agencies Volunteer agencies and private agencies may participate in the mutual aid system along with governmental agencies. For example, the disaster medical mutual aid system relies heavily on private sector involvement for medical/health resources. Some volunteer agencies such as the American Red Cross, Salvation Army, Disaster Communication Services, faith -based organizations and others are an essential element of the statewide emergency response to meet the needs of disaster victims. Volunteer agencies mobilize volunteers and other resources through their own systems. They also may identify resource needs that are not met within their own systems that would be requested through the mutual aid system. Volunteer agencies with extensive involvement in the emergency response should be represented in EOCs. Some private agencies have established mutual aid arrangements to assist other private agencies within their functional area. For example, electric and gas utilities have mutual aid agreements within their industry and established procedures for coordinating with governmental EOCs. In some functional areas, services are provided by a mix of special district, municipal and private agencies. Mutual aid arrangements may include both governmental and private agencies. Liaison should be established between activated EOCs and private agencies involved in a response. Where there is a need for extensive coordination and information exchange, private agencies should be represented in activated EOCs at the appropriate SEMS level. Policies and Procedures Mutual aid resources will be provided and utilized in accordance with the California Master Mutual Aid Agreement. During a proclaimed emergency, inter -jurisdictional mutual aid will be coordinated at the county, operational area or mutual aid regional level. Because different radio frequencies are in use among most agencies, local agencies should provide incoming mutual aid forces with portable radios having local frequencies. The City of Downey will make non -law and non -fire mutual aid requests via the Los Angeles County Operational Area. Requests should specify, at a minimum: 24 to ,I,,�n. Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 ■ Number and type of personnel needed ■ Type and amount of equipment needed ■ Reporting time and location ■ Authority to whom forces should report ■ Access routes ■ Estimated duration of operations ■ Risks and hazards 2.4 Emerqencv Proclamations The Director of Emergency Services (City Manager or designee) has the authority to proclaim a Local Emergency. The City Council must ratify a proclamation within seven (7) days thereafter, or the proclamation shall have no further force or effect. Purpose The purpose of a local government emergency proclamation is as follows: Authorizes the undertaking of extraordinary police powers Provides limited immunity for emergency actions of public employees and governing bodies Authorizes the issuance of orders and regulations to protect life and property (e.g., curfews) Activates pre -established local emergency provisions such as special purchasing and contracting Serves as a prerequisite for requesting a Governor's Proclamation of a State of Emergency and/ or a Presidential Proclamation of a State of Emergency Declares an emergency or major disaster Deadlines The following are deadlines when considering an emergency proclamation: An emergency proclamation must be issued within 10 days of the occurrence of a disaster if assistance is requested through the California Disaster Assistance Act. The emergency proclamation must be ratified by the City Council within 7 days of issuance if issued by an official designated by ordinance. Emergency proclamations must be reviewed at regularly scheduled council meetings until terminated or at least once every 60 days. The emergency proclamation should be terminated when conditions warranting proclamation have ended. Emergency ordinances due to major disasters shall be exempt from the ten day posting and publication requirements set forth in Section 512 and 25 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 such ordinance may be passed by the majority of the members of the City Council present. Notification When issuing a Local Government emergency proclamation, the following notifications should be made: Local governments should notify the Operational Area and provide a copy of the local emergency proclamation as soon as possible. The Operational Area should notify the Cal OES Region and provide a copy of the proclamation as soon as possible. The Cal OES Region notifies the Cal OES State level and is the primary contact between the Cal OES State level, the Operational Area, and the City for updates or on any requests for assistance. The Cal OES State level responds in writing to the Local Government(s) concerning the status of any requests for assistance included within the local proclamation or accompanying letter. 2.5 Public Information The City has a designated Public Information Officer (PIO) who helps coordinate public information (see Section 3.2: City Roles and Responsibilities for details.). The PIO is part of the Joint Information System (JIS) and helps establish the Joint Information Center (JIC). Joint Information System (JIS) The Joint Information System (JIS) is the broad mechanism that organizes, integrates, and coordinates information to ensure timely, accurate, accessible, and consistent messaging activities across multiple jurisdictions and/ or disciplines with the private sector and NGOs. It includes the plans, protocols, procedures, and structures used to provide public information. Federal, State, tribal, territorial, regional, local, and private sector PIOs and established Joint Information Centers (JIC) at each level of SEMS are critical elements of the JIS. Joint Information Center (JIC) The Joint Information Center (JIC) is a central location that facilitates operation of the JIS. It is a location where personnel with public information responsibilities from multiple agencies, departments, and other local governments perform critical emergency information functions, crisis communications, and public affairs functions. JICs may be established at various levels of government, at incident sites, or can be components of Federal, State, tribal, territorial, regional, or local multi -agency coordination (MAC) groups (e.g., MAC Groups or EOCs). For incidents requiring the activation of the EOC, the PIO may establish a JIC to 26 to ,I,,�n. Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 coordinate messaging for the City. Depending on the requirements of the incident, JICs can be established at the Field level to support the incident commander. The activation of the JIC is coordinated by the designated PIO. Message Development and Approval Messages intended to be disseminated to the public or to other agencies or organizations may be developed by subject matter experts working in support the City's response efforts. These messages are reviewed by the PTOs at the JIC to correct inaccuracies and to maintain consistency in messaging. Approval of the messages is in most cases granted to the head of the department/agency that is claiming responsibility for the release of the message. 2.6 Alertinq and Warninq City of Downey uses several systems to communicate with its employees and the public after a disaster. Those systems are identified in the sections below. Systems of communications normally used may be damaged or overloaded after an event, making communication difficult. Employee and Internal /Notifications/Alerts Each city department is encouraged to develop its own plans to notify employees after an emergency or disaster. Below are some communication methods used to communicate with city employees. City Employees DowneyAlerts may be used to alert and warn employees. The Office of Emergency Management and key departments have designated users who may access the system. VOIP is a digital phone system that may be used to provide public announcements to city staff within city facilities. This is accessible through the IT Department, Office of Emergency Management, and the specific Building Emergency Coordinator of each city facility. Downey Employee Disaster Hotline helps relay instructions from city management to employees during an emergency. Employees will need to call into the hotline on an on-going basis to get updates. This is accessible through the Office of Emergency Management and Human Resources. Some city facilities may have public announcement (PA) systems (City Hall, Police Department, and Fire stations). This is accessible through the Building Emergency Coordinators of the specific city facility. 27 „, „, „, CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan ( ) 3/26/2019 City/ County Fire, police and public works have their own radio system to communicate with staff and mutual aid partners. CountyWide Integrated Radio System (CWIRS) may be used to communicate with the County and other agencies participating in the program. The radio is available through the Office of Emergency Management. Operational Area Response and Recovery System (OARRS) is a web - based information management system that can communicate with the County to receive and provide updates regarding an incident. This is accessible through the Office of Emergency Management and staff within the EOC Planning Section. Amateur radio frequencies may be used to relay emergency information to other agencies -cities, counties, or state -using amateur radio operators (hams). The Downey Amateur Radio Club has a station at the Police Department within the IT Room and at the EOC (Fire Station 1). Public Notification/Alerts Below are notification methods to notify the public. DowneyAlerts may be used to alert and warn the public and employees. The Office of Emergency Management and key departments have designated users who may access the system. The Police Department has access to Nixie and NextDoor, which provides regular updates to the public about activities conducted by the Police Department. Downey Major Event Hotline is available in the event the City activates a Family Assistance Center or Local Assistance Center, and needs to provide information to the public regarding a specific event. This is accessible through the Office of Emergency Management. City's website and city departments' social media outlets can provide information to the public (Fire, City Management, Police, and Emergency Management, Columbia Memorial Space Center, and Library). Standard media outlets, such as newspapers (Downey Patriot) and the radio may be used to provide notifications. 2.7 Continuitv of Government Purpose A major disaster or national security emergency could result in the death or injury of key government officials and/or the partial or complete destruction of established seats of government, and public and private records essential to continued operations of 28 to ,I,,�n. Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 government and industry. Government at all levels is responsible for providing continuity of effective leadership, authority and adequate direction of emergency and recovery operations. The California Government Code Section 8643(b) and the Constitution of California provide the authority for state and local government to reconstitute itself in the event incumbents are unable to serve. Responsibilities Government at all levels is responsible for providing continuity of effective leadership, authority and adequate direction of emergency and recovery operations (mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery). Under California's concept of mutual aid, local officials remain in control of their jurisdiction's emergency operations while other jurisdictions may provide additional resources upon request. A key aspect of this control is to be able to communicate official requests, situation reports, and emergency information during any disaster a community might face. Preservation of Local Government The California Government Code Section 8643(b) and the Constitution of California provide the authority for state and local government to reconstitute itself in the event incumbents are unable to serve. Article 15 of the California Emergency Services Act (CESA, Chapter 7 of Division 1 of Title 2 of the Government Code) provides the authority, as well as the procedures to be employed, to ensure continued functioning of political subdivisions within the State of California. Generally, Article 15 permits the appointment of up to three standby officers for each member of the governing body, and up to three standby officers for the chief executive, if not a member of the governing body. Article 15 provides for the succession of officers who head departments responsible for maintaining law and order, or in furnishing public services relating to health and safety. Article 15 also outlines procedures to assure continued functioning of political subdivisions in the event the governing body, including standby officers, is unavailable to serve. The CESA provides for the preservation of city government in the event of a peacetime or national security emergency. Lines of Succession for Officials Charged with Discharging Emergency Responsibilities Notification of any successor changes shall be made through the established chain of command. Article 15, Section 8637 of the CESA authorizes political subdivisions to provide for the succession of officers (department heads) having duties related to law and order and/or health and safety. 'i 29 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) ;J 3/26/2019 Article 15, Section 8644 of the CESA establishes a method for reconstituting the governing body. It authorizes that, should all members, including all standbys be unavailable, temporary officers shall be appointed as follows: By the chairman of the board of the county in which the political subdivision is located, or By the chairman of the board of any other county within 150 miles (nearest and most populated down to farthest and least populated). By the mayor of any city within 150 miles (nearest and most populated down to farthest and least populated). Article 15, Section 8642 CESA authorizes local governing bodies to convene as soon as possible whenever a State of War Emergency, State of Emergency, or Local Emergency exists, and at a place not necessarily within the political subdivision. Article 15, Section 8643 CESA describes the duties of a governing body during emergencies as follows: Ascertain the damage to the jurisdiction and its personnel and property. Reconstitute itself and any subdivisions. Perform functions in preserving law and order and furnishing local services. Disaster Council The City of Downey Disaster Council consists of the following members: The Mayor who shall be chairman The Director of Emergency Services (City Manager) who shall be Vice Chairman The Assistant Director of Emergency Services (appointed by the Director of Emergency Services) Department Heads of city departments that has a lead role in emergency response/support (Fire, Law, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation) Such representatives of civic, business, labor, veterans, professional, or other organizations having an official emergency responsibility may be appointed by the director with the advice and consent of the City Council (i.e., American Red Cross) The City of Downey Disaster Council reviews and recommends for adoption by the City Council emergency and mutual aid plans, agreements, and any ordinances, resolutions, rules, or regulations that are necessary to implement such plans and agreements. The Disaster Council shall meet upon call of the chairman or in his absence from the City or inability to call such meeting upon call of the Vice Chairman. City Officials Depending on the extent of the emergency, the normal City organization may be partially or completely replaced by an emergency organization, and City officials may or may not be fully occupied with their emergency roles. 30 CityofDowney City Council Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 To provide for the continuation of the City Council during an emergency, the Council may appoint standby Council members or make necessary appointments at the time of the emergency for an official quorum. If by reason of major disaster or for any other reason all five seats on the Council are vacant, the next immediate past three living Mayors of the City still domiciled in the City shall, by majority vote, appoint a Mayor and four Council members who shall temporarily serve as such until their successors are qualified and who shall immediately proceed to cause all of such vacancies to be filled by election or appointment, as the case may be, in the manner provided in this section. The past Mayors so acting may appoint one or more of their own number to serve temporarily as above provided. Temporary Council Meeting Location and Alternate Government Location Section 8642 of the CESA authorizes the City Council to meet at a place not necessarily within the City in the event of State of War Emergency, State of Emergency, or Local Emergency. Section 54954 of the Brown Act provides that if a fire, flood, earthquake, or other emergency makes it unsafe to meet in the place designated for holding regular City Council meetings, the presiding officer of the City Council, or his or her designee, can designate the place that regular meetings will be held for the duration of the emergency In the event that City Hall is not usable because of emergency conditions, the temporary office of city government will determined by City Management. Preservation of Vital Records In the City of Downey, the City Clerk is responsible for the preservation of vital records. If the City Clerk is unavailable, the Assistant City Clerk will be responsible for the preservation of vital records. Vital records are defined as those records that are essential to: Protect and preserve the rights and interests of individuals, governments, corporations and other entities. Examples include statistics, land and tax records, license registers, and articles of incorporation. Conduct emergency response and recovery operations. Records of this type include utility system maps, locations of emergency supplies and equipment, emergency operations plans and procedures, personnel rosters, etc. 31 to ,I,,�n. Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Reestablish normal governmental functions and protect the rights and interests of government. Constitutions and charters, statutes and ordinances, court records, official proceedings and financial records would also be included. Each department within the city should identify, maintain and protect its own essential records. 2.8 Traininq and Exercises The City's Office of Emergency Management will conduct regular training and exercise of city staff in the use of this plan and other specific training as required for compliance with both SEMS and NIMS. The Office of Emergency Management is responsible for coordinating, scheduling and documenting the training and exercises. The objective is to train and educate public officials, emergency/disaster response personnel and volunteers. Both training and exercises are important components to prepare personnel for managing disaster operations. Training includes classroom instruction and drills. All staff who may participate in emergency response in the EOC, in department operating centers (DOCs) or at the field level must receive appropriate SEMS/NIMS/ICS training. Regular exercises are necessary to maintain the readiness of operational procedures. Below are some of the activities that the City of Downey has institutionalized to promote readiness: Building Emergency drills are conducted quarterly for city facilities. EOC trainings/exercises are conducted quarterly to provide periodic exercises for EOC personnel under SEMS/NIMS. Amateur radio operators and volunteers are engaged during training, exercises, and real life incidents as much as possible. Equipment is checked regularly to ensure communication equipment, computers, and other equipment is operational. Alert, warning, and notification systems are tested quarterly to promote efficient activation in an actual incident. Disaster Service Workers and SEMS training is provided annually to all city employees. Exercises provide personnel with an opportunity to become thoroughly familiar with the procedures, facilities and systems which will be used in a disaster. Annual exercises are required by both SEMS and NIMS. There are several forms of exercises: +; Tabletop exercises provide a convenient and low-cost method designed to evaluate policy, plans and procedures and resolve coordination and responsibilities. Such exercises are a good way to see if policies and procedures exist to handle certain issues. 32 +„ II II, II II, II II, II II, II II, II II, II II, II ,,,, CityofDowney Emergency Operations - 3/26/2019 Functional exercises usually take place in the EOC and simulate an emergency in the most realistic manner possible, without field activities. They are used to test or evaluate the capabilities of one or more functions, such as evacuation, communications, public information, or overall city response. Full-scale exercises simulate an actual emergency, typically involving personnel in both the field and EOC levels and are designed to evaluate operational capabilities. 33 r #77 ` " 3/26/2019 This section establishes policies and procedures, and assigns responsibilities to ensure the effective management of emergency operations under the SEMS and NIMS. It provides information on the City of Downey emergency management structure and how the emergency management team is activated. Operations during peacetime and national security emergencies involve a full spectrum of activities from a minor incident, to a major earthquake, and to a nuclear detonation. There are a number of similarities in operational concepts for peacetime and national security emergencies. Some emergencies will be preceded by a build-up or warning measures designed to reduce loss of life and property damage. Other emergencies occur with little or no advance warning, thus requiring immediate activation of the EOP and commitment of resources. All agencies must be prepared to respond promptly and effectively to any foreseeable emergency, including the provision and utilization of mutual aid (see Section 2.3: Mutual Aid). Emergency management activities during peacetime and national security emergencies often associated with the four emergency management phases- Mitigation, Preparedness, Response, and Recovery. However, not every disaster necessarily includes all indicated phases. 3.1 Emergency Operation Center (EOCI The City of Downey Office of Emergency Management will be directed by the City Manager who serves as the Director of Emergency Services. The Director of Emergency Services is responsible for implementing the Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and serves as the EOC Director. Day-to-day operations are conducted from departments and agencies that are widely dispersed throughout the City. An EOC is a location from which centralized emergency management can be performed during a major emergency or disaster. This facilitates a coordinated response by the Director of Emergency Services, Emergency Management Staff and representatives from organizations who are assigned emergency management responsibilities. The level of EOC staffing will vary with the specific emergency situation. FOC Location The EOC is equipped with emergency power generators, radios, telephones, and maps and can be staffed 24 hours per day. EOC location is designated by the EOC Director or designee. EOC Activations Activation of the EOC assumes the following: 34 r #77 ` " 3/26/2019 The activation of the EOC occurs when an authorized official (City Manager, Assistant City Manager, Fire Chief, Police Chief, Director of Public Works, or designee) determines an Incident Commander(s) in the field requires assistance or direction for their response due to the scope or magnitude of the emergency. The EOC is utilized to provide support to the Incident Commanders (IC) and coordinate with other jurisdictions. o According to Administrative Regulations No. 801, the Police Watch Commander shall contact the City Manager or the next person available as the Director of Emergency Services and inform him/her of the situation. However, the Police Watch Commander may work through their chain of command, and notification to the City Manager may be through the Police Chief or designee. As emergency situations threaten to occur, the authorized City personnel may initiate the activation of the EOC to facilitate evaluation and incident planning and possible activation and implementation of ESFs and resources. Certain near -instantaneous events may trigger an immediate, full EOC activation. EOC Leve/s City emergency/disaster response and recovery operations will be managed in one of three EOC levels, depending on the magnitude of the emergency/disaster. Level Three - Decentralized Coordination and Direction Level Three activation may be a minor to moderate incident wherein local resources are adequate and available. A Local Emergency may or may not be proclaimed. The City EOC may or may not be activated. Off- duty personnel may be recalled. Level Two - Centralized Coordination and Decentralized Direction Level Two activation may be a moderate to severe emergency/disaster wherein local resources are not adequate and mutual aid may be required on a regional or even statewide basis. Key management level personnel from the principally involved agencies will co -locate in a central location to provide jurisdictional or multi -jurisdictional coordination. The EOC should be activated. Off-duty personnel may be recalled. A Local Emergency will be proclaimed and a State of Emergency may be proclaimed. Level One - Centralized Coordination and Direction Level One activation may be a major local or regional disaster wherein resources in or near the impacted area are overwhelmed and extensive state and/or federal resources are required. A Local Emergency and a State of Emergency will be proclaimed and a Presidential Declaration of an Emergency or Major Disaster will be requested. All response and early recovery activities will be conducted from the EOC. Most off-duty personnel will be recalled. 35 r #77 ` " 3/26/2019 ACTIVATION ACTIVATION ACTIVATION LEVEL DESCRIPTION CRITERIA This activation level is considered a An event which could Monitoring Phase in response to a potential impact the City of Level 3 threat. Notifications to City personnel and Downey is possible or Monitoring supporting partners who need to take action assistance may be will be made as required. The City needed in coordinating Emergency Manager may serve as the City resources for an primary monitor of the event. actual event. This activation level is considered a Partial An event which could EOC Activation in response to an event impact the City of where support for response operations Downey is imminent and exceeds the day-to-day responsibilities of City requires additional departments or when assistance is required coordination of though resource or technical support over resources or an actual Level 2 extended periods of time. The EOC Level 2 event is expected to Partial Team and additional EOC positions will be escalate to a point where ' activated as required to meet the demand of EOC coordination efforts the event. Notifications to City personnel and are prudently assumed supporting partners who need to take action to be anticipated. will be made by City staff as required. The EOC Director has the responsibility to initiate EOC Level 2 Activations. .................. This activation level is considered a Full EOC An event which is :• Activation in response to an actual event anticipated to impact or having significant impacts over large actually occurring in geographic areas, resource support from a the City of Downey :. el majority of City and partner agencies are where resources and 1=11 likely or the results of the event will have capabilities will be taxed significant impacts to response operations of to the point where local critical workforce personnel and entities. Operational Area, All EOC positions are staffed and supporting Regional or State partners are placed in ready status. Formal resources may be EOC structure is in place. required. Table 2: EOC Activation Levels EOC Organization Chart The organizational structure for the EOC follows the standard ICS format, with a management section and four functional sections: Operations, Plans, Logistics, and Finance. See Figure 8: Emergency Operation Center (EOC) Organizational Chart for the standard EOC organization for the City of Downey, which is scalable to the meet the needs of the incident. 36 CitycifDowney Emergency Operations Plan ( ) 3/26/2019 ECC Director---- Command Policy Group I Liasion officer EOC Coordinator � � Safety officer i Legal Officer PIC P 0 P wa * M Logistics Secton \ti Sam Coor Fire Branch,HLaw Branch � —� Situation Unit � Communications Unit � Time Keeping Unit Fire and Rescue Unit I I L.E. operations Unit r Documentation Unit a Transportation Unit I Comp and Claims II 11 I yl Unit Emergency Medical I I Coroner/Fatalities I —� Demobilization Unit Personnell Unit 1 III 1 Unit III r 11 Volunteer Unit III � Purchasing Unit 1 Hazmat Unit I 11 Construction and Technical Specialists Su pply/ Procurement Unit Cost/ Recovery Unit Eroneering, Branch Care B Shelter Branch� ` facilities Unit I Utilities Unit r Dnnatpon Pwgmt Mass Care Unit � I Public Works Unit rJ I Unit Animal Gare and ( Damage/Safety r Resource Unit i Welfare Unit Assessment Unit Figure 8: Emergency Operation Center (EOC) Organizational Chart EOC Roster and City Departments Below is a list of EOC positions and the city departments and agencies responsible to fill the position. CityofDowney EOC Director EOC Coordinator Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Departments/ Agencies v O N O v � i C O i i v G s0. O � v � d d Liaison Officer L d Public Information Officer L Safety Officer Legal Officer L Operations Section Coordinator L Fire Branch Director L Fire & Rescue Unit Leader L Emergency Medical Unit L Hazmat Unit Leader L Law Branch Director L.E. Operations Unit Leader Coroner/Fatalities Unit Leader Evacuations Unit Leader j Care & Shelter Branch Director Mass Care Unit Leader Animal Care and Welfare Unit Downey Unified School District Construction & Engineering Branch Director Public Works Unit Leader Damage/Safety Assessment Unit Leader L Utilities Unit Leader Planning Section Coordinator S L Situation Unit Leader L S Documentation Unit Leader L Demobilization Unit Leader Technical Specialist - GIS Planning Scribes S Logistics Section Coordinator Gs 38 4j t Lel American Red Cross SEAACA DUSD E to O = E M a i d U 0 O EOC Positions t 't v 0 u o U U EOC Director EOC Coordinator Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Departments/ Agencies v O N O v � i C O i i v G s0. O � v � d d Liaison Officer L d Public Information Officer L Safety Officer Legal Officer L Operations Section Coordinator L Fire Branch Director L Fire & Rescue Unit Leader L Emergency Medical Unit L Hazmat Unit Leader L Law Branch Director L.E. Operations Unit Leader Coroner/Fatalities Unit Leader Evacuations Unit Leader j Care & Shelter Branch Director Mass Care Unit Leader Animal Care and Welfare Unit Downey Unified School District Construction & Engineering Branch Director Public Works Unit Leader Damage/Safety Assessment Unit Leader L Utilities Unit Leader Planning Section Coordinator S L Situation Unit Leader L S Documentation Unit Leader L Demobilization Unit Leader Technical Specialist - GIS Planning Scribes S Logistics Section Coordinator Gs 38 4j t Lel American Red Cross SEAACA DUSD CityofDowney Supply/Procurement Unit Leader Communications Unit Leader Phone Operator Transportation Unit Leader Resource Unit Leader Personnel Unit Leader Donations Management Unit Leader Facilities Unit Leader Finance Section Coordinator Time Unit Leader Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Purchasing Unit Leader L Comp / Claims Unit Leader L Cost/ Recovery Unit Leader L Table 3: EOC Positions and City Departments L= Lead Department: Responsible for overall management or coordination of a particular function. S= Support Agency: Responsible for providing support to a particular function. EOC Management Staff and Function The EOC Management function operates independently from an on -scene Incident Command (IC). The IC or unified command (UC) leads the on -scene command structure. The EOC Management function serves a similar role to the Policy Group and makes decisions which establish the overall strategy of the response. The Management Staff is assigned to carry out functions which are not specifically identified in the General Staff functional elements, but are needed to support the EOC. These functions include interagency liaison, EOC management, legal consultation, incident safety, and public information. EOC Director: The EOC Director has overall responsibility and authority for the operation of the EOC. The EOC Director has the authority to activate and deactivate the EOC, and he/she will ensure that the EOC is staffed and operated at a level commensurate with the emergency incident response or major pre -planned event. The EOC Director will delegate authority as appropriate and necessary to members of the Management Staff and to the General Staff. CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan ( ) 3/26/2019 EOC Director Succession The City of Downey EOP delegates the City Manager's authority to specific individuals in the event that he or she is unavailable. The chain of succession in a major emergency or disaster is as follows: 1. Assistant City Manager 2. Police Chief 3. Fire Chief 4. Director of Public Works EOC Coordinator: The EOC Coordinator is typically the person who has the overall best knowledge of the functioning of the EOC. Downey's EOC Coordinator is the Emergency Manager, because of his/her working knowledge of the EOC facility, communications, support services, and emergency plans. This can be an invaluable asset to the EOC Director who may not be as well versed in the day-to-day inner workings of the facility. Legal Officer: The Legal Officer function is to advise the EOC Director and/or Multi - Agency Coordination (MAC)/Policy Group on legal issues specific to a disaster or major emergency. The function of the MAC/Policy Group is to ensure effective inter- agency and inter -jurisdictional coordination of elected and appointed officials in the disaster/emergency response. Safety Officer: The Safety/Security Officer position at the EOC is to ensure that a safe and secure working environment is established and maintained within and around the facility. The Safety/Security Officer will routinely inspect and correct any deficiencies in the operating environment of the EOC. The Safety/Security Officer ensures that appropriate security measures have been established to allow for only authorized access to the EOC facility. The Safety/Security Officer will also ensure that personnel working in EOC positions are not over stressed or working for extended periods of time that may jeopardize their health. Liaison Officer: The Liaison Officer function is to provide a primary point of contact for all incoming agency representatives assigned to the EOC. The Liaison Officer will coordinate with the EOC Coordinator to ensure that agency representatives are provided with the necessary workspace, communications, information, and internal points of contact necessary to perform their responsibilities. The Liaison Officer will also ensure that the EOC Director is informed as to what agencies are represented in the EOC. The Liaison Officer also establishes and maintains communication/contact with involved agencies outside of the EOC. to ,I,,�n. Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Public Information Officer: The Public Information Officer (PIO) serves as the primary point of contact between the EOC, the media, and the public. The PIO will prepare information releases, brief media representatives, and provide for press conferences. Normally, the PIO function will also oversee rumor control activity. A JIC or Media Center may be established to coordinate PIO activity and information. A primary source of information for the PIO function will be from the Situation Analysis Unit in the Planning Section. While not all information in the Unit may be appropriate for the public, the information in the Situation Analysis Unit should be the best available and will have been verified for accuracy. The PIO will provide guidance as appropriate to other departments/agencies on the release of emergency related information. EOC Genera/ Staff The General Staff represents and is responsible for the functional aspects of the incident command structure. General Staff typically consists of the Operations, Planning, Logistics, and Finance/Administration Sections. General guidelines related to General Staff positions: Only one person per operational period will be designated to lead each General Staff position. General Staff positions may be filled by qualified persons from any department or agency. Members of the General Staff report directly to the EOC Director. Deputy positions may be established for each General Staff position. Deputies are individuals fully qualified to fill the primary position, and can be designated from other jurisdictions or agencies, as appropriate. General Staff members may exchange information with any person within the organization. However, tasks and directions will only be relayed through the established chain of command. General Staff positions should not be combined. For example, to establish a "Planning and Logistics Section," it is better to initially create the two separate functions, and if necessary for a short time, place one person in charge of both in order to simplify the transfer of responsibility as necessary. EOC Planning Section: The Planning function serves the same purpose as at the incident scene—gathering and analyzing information, keeping decision makers informed, tracking resources, and maintenances of documentations. Technical Specialists may be assigned to the Planning function or may be assigned elsewhere, as needed. The Planning Section Coordinator is responsible for providing planning services for the incident. Under the direction of the Planning Section Coordinator, the Planning Section collects situation and resources status information, evaluates it, and processes the information for use in developing action plans. Dissemination of 41 M I.� CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 information can be in the form of the EOC Action Plan, formal briefings, or through map and status board displays. During a response, entities ensure adequate documentation is collected through the Documentation Unit at the incident and EOC, for activities of personnel, use of equipment, and expenditures for the emergency. Finally, after the response has been terminated, records should be protected and maintained for audit purposes. EOC Operations Section: The Operations function has responsibility for coordinating strategies used to carry out the priorities identified in the EOC Action Plan and supporting on -scene responders. Branches, Divisions, and Groups assigned to the Operations function can be organized as necessary to support the incident(s). The Operations Section Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and tracking of incident tactical activities and assists in the formulation of the EOC Action Plan. The Operations Section Coordinator is responsible for the coordination of operational functions directly applicable to identified operational period priorities. The need to expand the Operations Section is dictated by the number of tactical resources involved and is influenced by span of control considerations. EOC Logistics Section: The Logistics function also serves the same purpose as at the incident scene, frequently serving as the single resource request entity for the incident(s) in its purview, providing overall communications planning for the jurisdiction, coordinating transportation and housing, etc. The Logistics Section Coordinator is responsible for obtaining and delivering resources requested from the field as well as providing service and support functions for the incident with the exception of logistical support to air operations. The Logistics Section Coordinator holds responsibility for the provision of logistical management and resource support, providing facilities, services, and materials in support of the incident. EOC Finance Section: The Finance function provides a coordinated financial management process for those actions coordinated through the EOC. This function is not intended to manage all finance responsibilities for the event. The Finance Section Coordinator is responsible for providing EOC accounting functions, to include maintaining an audit trail, billing, invoice payments, and documentation of labor, s materials, and services coordinated through the EOC during incident activities. The EOC Finance Section Coordinator is responsible for financial and cost analysis aspects of those activities coordinated through the EOC and for supervising Unit Leaders within the EOC Finance Section. The Cost Unit is responsible for cost recovery records and assisting in collecting any missing information. They also identify problem areas, take !, corrective measures, and retrain employees in the proper, updated procedures. 42 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) 3/26/2019 3.2 ON Roles and Responsibilities Roles and responsibilities for City departments, NGOs, and private -sector partners are described as follow. City Attorney The City Attorney serves as the EOC Legal Officer and oversees all legal activities related to the disaster, critical incident or major pre -planned event. This includes the preparation of emergency proclamations, emergency ordinances and other legal documents as necessary for the disaster/emergency. City Council The City Council serves as the review and approval body for the issuances of Local Emergency proclamations; or makes, enforces, and waives city regulations to facilitate an effective emergency response. Additionally, the City Council approves the EOP and any future revisions. City Management The City Manager will help develop policies for disasters and act as the EOC Director. The EOC Director has overall responsibility and authority for the operation of the EOC Community Development The Community Development Department includes the Building, Housing, Economic Development, Code Enforcement, and Planning Divisions will be responsible for building safety/ inspection and damage assessment following a city-wide emergency. Community Development personnel help to staff the EOC Planning Section. Emergency Manager The Emergency Manager oversees the City's Emergency Management Program and provides emergency management training to key stakeholders. The Emergency Manager also maintains the EOP and other emergency plans, manages the EOC, and serve as the EOC Coordinator. Other duties include administration of the City's mass notification system (DowneyAlerts), management of the Downey Community Emergency Response Team Program, coordination with Downey Amateur Radio Club, and maintenance of the City's emergency preparedness bins. Finance Department In the event of an emergency, the Finance Department will staff the EOC Finance Section and will be responsible for disaster cost recovery, compensation, payroll, and 43 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan ( ) 3/26/2019 the monitoring of waste, fraud and abuse. The finance department consists of five divisions: Administration, Accounting, Cashiering, Information Technology and Purchasing. IT Division The Information Technology Division plans, coordinates, and directs the City's electronic data processing to provide integrated computer services in a distributed, networked environment. The IT Division supports the IT equipment within the EOC and staff the EOC Communications Unit. Fire Department The Downey Fire Department will be responsible for search and rescue operations, emergency medical services, fire suppression, Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid, hazardous materials, decontamination, and windshield surveys during a city-wide emergency. Within the EOC, Fire is represented in the EOC Operations Section. Parks and Recreation Parks and Recreation Department will be responsible for the establishment and operation of emergency mass care and shelter, while ensuring that reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities and others with functional needs are met Within the EOC, Parks and Recreation is responsible for the EOC Mass Care and Shelter Branch. Other responsibilities include the activation and operation of the Medical Point of Dispensing site(s) during a public health incident; and during heat waves, operates some of the cooling centers within the city. Po/ice Department Downey Police Department will be responsible for general security, criminal investigation, perimeter control, windshield surveys during a city-wide emergency, evacuation operations, and fatality management for the City. Within the EOC, Police is represented in the EOC Operations Section. During the response phase, the Los Angeles County Operational Area is the coordination and communication point. Access to the Los Angeles County Operational Area is via EMIS (Internet); or if EMIS is not available, then all reports are to be sent to contact Sheriff's Station (Norwalk) by means coordinated with and agreed to by the Watch Commander and city staff. The Norwalk Sheriff's Station will then be responsible for entering the data into EMIS. 44 CityofDowney Public Information Officer Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 The lead Public Information Officer (PIO) supports the EOC Director or the Incident Commander in the field as a member of their management/ command staff. The PIO advises leadership on all public information matters relating to the management of the incident. Public Works The Department of Public Works plans, manages and maintains the City's roadway, water, sewer, drainage, and sidewalk infrastructure, vehicle fleet, public facilities, rights- of-way, urban forest, parks and recreation facilities. The Department of Public Works consists of four major divisions: Administration, Engineering, Utilities and Maintenance Services. In the event of an emergency, the Department of Public Works will provide logistical support, debris management, and damage assessment for structures under the jurisdiction of the City. Within the EOC, Public Works is represented in the EOC Logistics Section and EOC Construction and Engineering Branch. 3.3 Countv Departments/Officers County Office of Emergency Management During an emergency the City of Downey will coordinate with the Operational Area EOC, which is staffed by the County Office of Emergency Management. For more details, see Section 3: Operational Area. Disaster Management Area Coordinator (DMAC) The DMAC for Area E may serve as a subject matter expert to assist the City's EOC during emergency response and recovery. The DMAC may also serve as a liaison between the County and the City during an emergency by staffing the County EOC. For more details, see Section 2.1: SEMS, NIMS, and ICS- Operational Area. 3.4 Other .............. . The Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA) is committed to providing programs for the caring of abandoned and unwanted pets, reuniting lost pets with their families and matching new homes for adoptable pets. During emergencies, SEAACA will serve as the lead agency to provide emergency sheltering for pets. 45 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) ;j 3/26/2019 Downey Unified School District Downey Unified School District (DUSD) will conduct damage assessments of their facilities after an emergency and conduct emergency management for their facilities. DUSD's EOC will coordinate with the City's EOC to share information and resources 4 ......................................................................................... :�:, to ,I,,�n. Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 The last phase of emergency management is recovery. Although no single definition fits all situations, successful recoveries do share conditions in which the community: Successfully overcomes the physical, emotional, and environmental impacts of the disaster Reestablishes an economic and social base that instills confidence in the community members and businesses regarding community viability Rebuilds by integrating the functional needs of all residents and reducing its vulnerability to all hazards facing it Demonstrates a capability to be prepared, responsive, and resilient in dealing with the consequences of disasters In order to achieve these conditions, the City of Downey has adopted the following recovery objectives. Identification of repairs that can be implemented immediately as well as long- term restoration needs of critical infrastructure -such as transportation, r communications, and utilities -to enable the resumption of basic services Resumption of the delivery of a full range of government services Restoration of basic hospital services and other facilities that provide medical care to the community, together with necessary supplies Facilitation of the transition of displaced populations from shelters to interim and long-term housing arrangements and ensuring social services, as necessary Facilitation of the resumption of employment and economic activity of small businesses in neighborhoods and downtowns and of national and international businesses located in the region Resumption of the functioning of educational systems Development of a comprehensive plan for rebuilding that is consistent with regional policies and priorities, including focused development, environmental sustainability, equitable use of resources, and historic preservation Coordination of funding resources for recovery efforts, including State and Federal assistance programs Facilitation of restoration of the region's economy, including such sectors as financial services and manufacturing Initiation of the process for long-term recovery 4.1 Phases of Recovery The phases of recovery, or the "recovery continuum," as FEMA refers to them, offer a process of interdependent and often concurrent activities that seek to progressively advance a community toward a successful recovery. However, decisions made and 47 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 priorities set early in the recovery process by a community have a cascading effect on the nature and speed of the recovery progress. Short Term Recovery operations begin concurrently with or shortly after the commencement of response operations. Short-term recovery activities occur within 90 days of the incident, but may continue beyond that point. Short-term recovery includes actions required to: Stabilize the situation Restore essential services Begin the process of restoring community and economic functions Recovery operations are transitioned from the EOC to City departments based on their functional responsibilities. These departments coordinate recovery functions as part of their daily missions or functions. Recovery activities typically include: Damage assessment Debris removal Restoration of utilities such as water and power services Restoration of basic transportation services and routes Provision of temporary housing Intermediate (Mid Term) Intermediate or mid-term recovery involves returning individuals, families, critical infrastructure, and essential government or commercial services to a functional, if not pre -disaster, state. Such activities are often characterized by temporary actions that provide a bridge to permanent measures. Long Term Long-term recovery includes those activities necessary to restore a community to its pre -disaster state, given the inevitable changes that result from a major disaster. Long- term recovery requires significant planning to maximize opportunities and mitigate risks after a major incident. Long-term recovery can continue for years and may include the following: `! Reconstructing public and private facilities and infrastructure Planning and rebuilding of housing Implementing waivers, zoning changes, and other land -use legislation to promote recovery Providing long-term assistance to displaced families, including financial support as well as social and health services Restoring the local economy to pre -disaster levels Integrating mitigation strategies into rebuilding efforts 48 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Recovering disaster -related costs for infrastructure restoration through Federal grant programs 4.2 Roles and Responsibilities Responsibility for supporting recovery efforts in the City of Downey after a disaster is shared among several departments. Recovery for the City is complex in that it relies on resources shared by other cities in the region, like transportation systems and infrastructure, and an employee base that commutes into and out of the city. To facilitate the progressive advancement towards recovery, all levels of government must effectively coordinate and prioritize activities and funding. Ca/ OES Recovery Branch The Cal OES Recovery Branch is responsible for managing disaster recovery and providing assistance to local governments and individuals impacted by disasters. The Recovery Branch ensures that State and Federal support are provided in an efficient and timely manner throughout the recovery process. The Recovery Branch acts as the grantee for federally funded disaster assistance programs, as grantor for the California Disaster Assistance Act program, and coordinates recovery assistance for individuals, businesses, and the agricultural community. The Recovery Branch provides technical support to reduce the costs and streamline the process of future recovery efforts. Additionally, the Recovery Branch ensures that proposed recovery projects are reviewed for environmental concerns and that historical preservation activities are considered. In support of these responsibilities, the Recovery Branch performs extensive liaison activities with local, State, and Federal agencies; legislators; various volunteer and nonprofit organizations; and the general public. The Recovery Branch emphasizes recovery preparedness through the coordination of recovery planning efforts, the development of recovery training programs, and the involvement in emergency management exercises and drills. FEMA Emergency Support Function #14 Emergency Support Function #14, Long -Term Recovery (ESF #14), is coordinated by the Department of Homeland Security and FEMA. ESF #14 has the following responsibilities: Develops coordination mechanisms and requirements for post -incident assessments, plans, and activities that can be scaled to incidents of varying types and magnitudes. Conducts impact evaluation of prior ESF # 14 efforts and other studies as needed to improve future operations. Coordinates development of national long-term recovery strategies and plans in coordination with other relevant Federal departments and agencies that have 49 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 independent authorities and responsibilities for addressing key issues regarding catastrophic incidents. These may include accessible housing (incident and permanent), large displacements of individuals including those with disabilities or others with access and functional needs, contaminated debris management, decontamination and environmental restoration, restoration of public facilities and infrastructure, and restoration of the agricultural sector. Develops plans, procedures, and guidance delineating appropriate agency participation and available resources, taking into account the differing technical needs and statutory responsibilities. City Recovery Task Force As previously described, the emphasis of local, state, and Federal activities shifts from response to relief and short-term recovery as the requirements to save lives, protect property, and protect public health and safety diminishes. During this phase, the City of Downey may transition recovery planning out of the EOC Planning Section to a City Recovery Task Force. To facilitate the integration of recovery efforts in the City and promote the effective use of available resources, the City may establish a City Recovery Task Force. 4.3 State and Federal Integration Both the State and Federal governments provide disaster assistance. Emergency proclamation thresholds and resource requests typically determine the amount of assistance required. When the State and Federal government offer assistance, they typically do so through the following assistance programs: LAC A Local Assistance Center (LAC) is a centralized location where individuals and families can access available disaster assistance programs and services following a disaster. Local, state, and Federal agencies, as well as nonprofit and voluntary organizations, may provide staff at the centers. The Federal Government may open separate assistance centers through which only the services of Federal programs are offered. In cooperation with Cal OES Recovery, the City assesses the need for LACs and establishes them. Cal OES Recovery ensures that an appropriate number of LACs are established, based on assessed needs, and coordinates the participation of State and Federal agencies at the centers. Not all areas affected by an incident require LACs. Cal OES Recovery may provide financial support to the City for the operation of LACs through the California Disaster Assistance Act. A LAC location will be determined by the Emergency Operation Center or City Manager. 50 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan ( ) 3/26/2019 4.4 Federal Assistance Programs The Federal government relies primarily on the following programs to offer assistance to State and local governments. Direct Federal Assistance At the request of the state, FEMA coordinates direct Federal assistance to State and local governments through designated ESFs. FEMA coordinates the activities of ESF #14 with Cal OES through the Joint Field Office. Through ESF #14, Federal agencies help affected communities identify recovery needs and potential sources of recovery funding and provide technical assistance in the form of recovery planning support, as appropriate. ESF #14 leverages and increases the effectiveness of Federal recovery assistance through coordination and collaboration among Federal agencies and local communities. Working with local governments, Cal OES identifies communities for which this mechanism is necessary. Recovery Programs Under the Stafford Act, FEMA also coordinates Federal recovery programs, which may include: Assistance for individuals and families through the Individual and Household Program, including provision of temporary housing. Assistance to State and local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations for extraordinary costs related to response, removal of debris, and damage to buildings and infrastructure through the Public Assistance Program. Assistance to State and local governments through the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for measures to reduce damage from future disasters. Other Federal Programs Other Federal agencies may implement non -Stafford Act recovery programs, or programs authorized under disaster -specific legislation. For example: The Small Business Administration provides low-interest loans for repairs to damaged homes and for damage to businesses. The Federal Highway Administration provides funding to State and local governments for the restoration of damaged roads, bridges, and other features that are part of the system of Federal -aid routes. Delivery of Federal Assistance Programs FEMA coordinates Stafford Act programs, such as the Public Assistance Program, with Cal OES through the Joint Field Office. Coordination of other programs, such as the 51 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Emergency Relief Program, may occur outside the Joint Field Office. Federal funding for these programs, such as the Public Assistance Program, may pass through the state; or it may be delivered directly to recipients, such as with assistance to individuals through the Individual Housing Program. Moreover, these programs generally are not implemented through SEMS. For example: A city public works department seeking assistance for repairs to damaged infrastructure applies for Public Assistance funding through Cal OES to FEMA and works directly with Cal OES and FEMA to obtain that funding. A county transportation department seeking assistance for repairs to a Federal - aid route applies for Federal Highway Administration Emergency Relief Program funding through Caltrans and works directly with Caltrans to obtain that funding. 52 M I.� CityofDowney 5.1 Appendix A: Acronyms ACRONYM MEANING ADA Americans with Disabilities Act Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Cal OES California Governor's Office of Emergency Services DHS Department of Homeland Security DMAC Disaster Management Area Coordinator f ` DOC Department Operations Center fi DUSD Downey Unified School District EMAC Emergency Management Assistance Compact EOC Emergency Operation Center EOP Emergency Operations Plan EDPs Emergency Operating Procedures ESF Emergency Support Function FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency IC Incident Command �i ICS Incident Command System JIC Joint Information Center JIS Joint Information System LAC Local Assistance Center f MAC Multi -Agency Coordination NGO Non-governmental organization NIMS National Incident Management System OA Operational Area OEM Office of Emergency Management PIO Public Information Officer i REOC State Regional Emergency Operation Center SCO State Coordinating Officer 53 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan ( ) 3/26/2019 ACRONYM MEANING SEAACA Southeast Area Animal Control Authority SEMS Standard Emergency Management System SOC State Operations Center SOP Standard Operating Procedures UC Unified Command to ,I,,�n. 5.2 Appendix B: Glossary TERM DEFINITION Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Accessible As used in this document, accessible refers to a feature of a facility that is approachable and usable by persons with disabilities. Activation 1) Initial activation of an EOC may be accomplished by a designated official of the emergency response agency that implements SEMS as appropriate to accomplish the agency's role in response to the emergency. 2) An event in the sequence of events normally experienced during most emergencies. Continuity of Planning should be instituted, including all levels of governments, Operations across the private sector and non-governmental organizations as appropriate, to ensure the continued performance of core capabilities and/or critical government operations during any potential incident. Demobilization The orderly, safe, and efficient return of an incident resource to its original location and status. Emergency The actual or threatened existence of conditions of disaster or of extreme peril to the safety of persons and property within the City caused by such conditions as air pollution, fire, flood, storm, epidemic, riot, earthquake, or other conditions, including conditions resulting from war or the imminent threat of war, but other than conditions resulting from a labor controversy, which conditions are, or are likely to be, beyond the control of the services, personnel, equipment, and facilities of the City requiring the combined forces of other political subdivisions to combat. (Added by Ord. 592, adopted 5-8-79) Emergency The physical location at which the coordination of information and Operation Center resources to support incident management (on -scene operations) (EOC) activities normally takes place. An EOC may be a temporary facility or may be located in a more central or permanently established facility, perhaps at a higher level of organization within a jurisdiction. EOC may be organized by major functional disciplines (e.g., fire, law enforcement, and medical services), by jurisdiction (e.g., federal, state, regional, tribal, city, county), or 55 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 some combination thereof. The ongoing plan maintained by various jurisdictional levels for responding to a wide variety of potential hazards. Emergency Shelter An emergency residential shelter is a building where emergency temporary lodging is provided to families and/or individuals that for various reasons have lost the ability to house themselves, or for people in need during emergency situations such as cold weather, storms or natural disasters, as well as victims of social misfortunes such as domestic violence, and where on-site supervision is provided whenever such shelter is occupied. Evacuation Organized, phased and supervised withdrawal, dispersal, or removal of civilians from dangerous or potentially dangerous areas and their reception and care in safe areas. Incident An occurrence or event, natural or human -caused, which requires a response to protect life or property. Incidents can, for example, include major disasters, emergencies, terrorist attacks, terrorist threats, civil unrest, wildland and urban fires, floods, hazardous materials spills, nuclear accidents, aircraft accidents, earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, tropical storms, tsunamis, war -related disasters, public health and medical emergencies, and other occurrences requiring an emergency response. Incident Command Responsible for overall management of the incident and consists of the Incident Commander, either single or unified command, and any assigned supporting staff. Incident Command The field location where the primary functions are performed. The Post (ICP) ICP may be co -located with the incident base or other incident facilities. Incident Command A standardized on -scene emergency management construct System (ICS) specifically designed to provide for the adoption of an integrated organizational structure that reflects the complexity and demands f of single or multiple incidents, without being hindered by jurisdictional boundaries. ICS is the combination of facilities, equipment, personnel, procedures, and communications 56 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan ( ) 3/26/2019 57 operating within a common organizational structure, designed to aid in the management of resources during incidents. It is used for all kinds of emergencies, and is applicable to small as well as s. large and complex incidents. ICS is used by various jurisdictions and functional agencies, both public and private, to organize field -level incident management operations. Joint Information A facility established to coordinate all incident -related public Center (JIC) information activities. It is the central point of contact for all news media. Public information officials from all participating agencies should co -locate at the JIC. �i Joint Information Integrates incident information and public affairs into a cohesive System (JIS) organization designed to provide consistent, coordinated, accurate, accessible, timely, and complete information during crisis or incident operations. The mission of the JIS is to provide a structure and system for developing and delivering coordinated interagency messages; developing, recommending, and executing public information plans and strategies on behalf of the IC; advising the IC concerning public affairs issues that could ' affect a response effort; and controlling rumors and inaccurate information that could undermine public confidence in the emergency response effort. G Liaison A form of communication for establishing and maintaining mutual understanding and cooperation. Multiagency or The participation of agencies and disciplines involved at any level Inter -Agency of the SEMS organization working together in a coordinated effort Coordination to facilitate decisions for overall emergency response activities, including the sharing of critical resources and the prioritization of incidents. Mutual Aid Written or oral agreements between and among Agreements and/or agencies/organizations and/or jurisdictions that provide a Assistance mechanism to quickly obtain emergency assistance in the form of Agreements personnel, equipment, materials, and other associated services. The primary objective is to facilitate rapid, short-term deployment of emergency support prior to, during, and/or after an incident. National Incident Provides a systematic, proactive approach guiding government Management agencies at all levels, the private sector, and non-governmental System (NIMS) organizations to work seamlessly to prevent, protect against, 57 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan ( ) 3/26/2019 respond to, recover from, and mitigate the effects of incidents, regardless of cause, size, location, or complexity, in order to reduce the loss of life or property and harm to the environment. Non-governmental An entity with an association based on the interests of its Organization members, individuals, or institutions. It is not created by a (NGO) government, but it may work cooperatively with the government. Such organizations serve a public purpose, not a private benefit. Examples of NGO include faith -based charity organizations and the American Red Cross. Operational Area An intermediate level of the state emergency organization, (OA) consisting of a county and all other political subdivisions within the geographical boundaries of the county. Operational Period The time scheduled for executing a given set of operation actions, as specified in the Incident Action Plan. Operational periods can be of various lengths, although usually last 12-24 hours. Regional Facilities found at Cal OES Administrative Regions. REOC Emergency provide centralized coordination of resources among Operational Operation Center Areas within their respective regions and between the (REOC) Operational Areas and the State Level. Standard Operating Complete reference document or an operations manual that Procedure (SOP) provides the purpose, authorities, duration, and details for the preferred method of performing a single function or a number of interrelated functions in a uniform manner. Standardized A system required by California Government Code and Emergency established by regulations for managing response to multiagency Management and multijurisdictional emergencies in California. SEMS consists System (SEMS) of five organizational levels, which are activated as necessary: Field Response, Local Government, Operational Area, Region, and State. State Operations The SOC is operated by the California Governor's Office of Center (SOC) Emergency Services at the State Level in SEMS. It is responsible for centralized coordination of state resources in support of the three Regional Emergency Operation Centers (REOC). It is also responsible for providing updated situation reports to the Governor and Legislature. 58 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Unified Command An ICS application used when more than one agency has incident jurisdiction or when incidents cross political jurisdictions. Agencies work together through the designated members of the UC, often the senior person from agencies and/or disciplines participating in the UC, to establish a common set of objectives and strategies and a single Incident Action Plan. Vital Records The essential agency records needed to meet operational responsibilities under national security emergencies or other emergency or disaster conditions (emergency operating records), or to protect the legal and financial rights of the Government and those affected by Government activities (legal and financial rights records). CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan ( ) 3/26/2019 5.3 Appendix C: Authorities and References The following provides emergency authorities for conducting and/or supporting emergency operations. These authorities form the basis for the organizational and planning principles presented in this EOP. Local Ordinances, Resolutions, and Administrative Regulation Ordinance No. 592 — An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Downey Repealing Sections 2430 Through 2435 and Adding Sections 2430 Through 2438 of the Downey Municipal Code Relating to Civil Defense and Disasters Ordinance No. 1053 — An Ordinance of the City of Downey, California, Amending Chapter 9 of Article VIII of the Downey Municipal Code Relating to Floodplain Management, Grading and Paving Standards Ordinance No. 13-1313 — An Ordinance of the City Council Adopting a Negative Declaration and Approving an Amendment to Article IX of the Downey Municipal Code (PLN -13-00029), Thereby Allowing the Establishment of Emergency Shelters, Transitional Housing, Supportive Housing, and Single Resident Occupancies Ordinance No. 959 and 960 — Imposition of a Curfew During a Local Emergency Resolution No. 56 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey Requesting the County of Los Angeles Disaster- Civil Defense Authority to Provide Services Inside the City Limits Resolution No. 06- 6937 — A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey Recognizing the National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Adopting the NIMS Principles and Policies into the Emergency System of Downey Resolution No. 1591 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey Providing for City Recognition of the Los Angeles County Operational Area Organization Resolution No. 224 — A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey Providing for Mutual Aid of the Police Department Services Resolution No. 242 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey Approving and Agreeing to Abide by the California Disaster and Civil Defense Master Mutual Aid Agreement Resolution No. 243 — A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey Relative to Workmen's Compensation Insurance for Registered Volunteer "Disaster Service Workers" 60 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Resolution No. 244 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey Setting Forth a Line of Succession in the Civil Defense and Disaster Council Resolution No. 246 – A Resolution of the City Council of Downey Relating to the Organization of the Downey Civil Defense and Disaster Council Resolution No. 2531 – A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey Urging State and Federal Legislation to Provide All Encompassing and Adequate Disaster Relief Funds Resolution No. 2931 – A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey Endorsing and Supporting Reassessment of Damaged or Destroyed Property Resolution No. 3040 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey Urging the Congress of the United States to Amend the Disaster Relief Act to Include Assistance for Local Federal -Aid Highway Systems Resolution No. 3774 – A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey Appointing the City Manager as Local Agent to Administer Obtaining Federal Financial Assistance Under the Disaster Relief Act (Public Law 288, 93rd Congress) Resolution No. 5659 – A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey, California, Approving Mutual Aid Agreement Administrative Regulation No. 801—Emergency Services Assignments County Ordinance No. 5582 - Los Angeles County Operation Area Organization State Authorities AB 2898: Declaration of Local Emergency California Emergency Services Act California Disaster Assistance Act California Code of Regulations, Title 19 California Disaster and Civil Defense Master Mutual Aid Agreement Standardized Emergency Management System Guidelines Standardized Emergency Management System Approved Course of Instruction 61 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan ( ) 3/26/2019 Governor's Executive Order W-9-91 Administrative orders (prepared under the authority of the Governor's Executive Order W-9-91) State of Emergency Orders and Regulations (regulations made in advance of a State of Emergency - Standby Orders) State of War Emergency Orders and Regulations (regulations made in advance of a State of War Emergency - Standby Orders) California -Federal Emergency Operations Center Guidelines: Integrating Federal Disaster Response Assistance with California's Standardized Emergency Management System Local Emergency Prevention Measures for County Health Official: California Health and Safety Code § 101040 State of California Emergency Plan (SEP), State of California, Cal OES, 2017 Emergency Proclamations, A quick reference guide for Local Government, State of California, Cal OES Federal Authorities National Incident Management System National Response Framework National Disaster Recovery Framework Code of Federal Regulations Title 44 Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act, as amended National Incident Management System, HSPD-5, Management of Domestic Incidents HSPD 21, Public Health and Medical Preparedness National Response Plan, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, December 2004 National Response Framework, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, March 2008 62 CityofDowney Emergency Operations . 3/26/2019 Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA") and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ("Section 504") References Alameda County Operational Area Emergency Management Organization, A Guide for Local Jurisdictions in Care and Shelter Planning, September 2003 https://www.downeychamber.orgNVhy-Downey.php Contra Costa County, Emergency Operations Plan, June 2015 City of Torrance- Emergency Services, Emergency Operations Plan, 2010 63 CityofDowney Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) 3/26/2019 This page is left intentionally blank. 64 ...................................................................................................................................................................