Hazard Mitigation Plan
The Kern County Office of Emergency Services is pleased to announce that the multi-jurisdictional Kern County Hazard Mitigation Plan has been approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). FEMA's approval of the plan culminates a three-year development process in which 66 local government entities participated. The 66 jurisdictions are located throughout Kern County and include the County of Kern, every incorporated city, one healthcare organization, several school districts, and many other special districts dedicated to community service, recreation and park, airport, mosquito abatement, sanitation, and water functions. Each jurisdiction adopted the plan by Resolution. The purpose of the plan is to assess risks posed by hazards and identify ways to reduce those risks. In addition, the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (DMA-2000) requires local governments to have a plan to remain eligible for certain grant programs through FEMA.
