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HomeMy WebLinkAbout16166 City Clerk's Office Item # M1 Background Paper for Proposed Resolution COUNCIL MEETING DATE: November 10, 2025 TO: President Mark Aliff and Members of City Council CC: Mayor Heather Graham VIA: Marisa Stoller, City Clerk FROM: Barb Huber, Fire Chief SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING A LOCAL DISASTER AGENCY FOR THE CITY OF PUEBLO AND COUNTY OF PUEBLO AND ASSIGNING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES THEREFORE AND REPEALING PRIOR RESOLUTIONS SUMMARY: This Resolution repeals any prior agreements and adopts the new Emergency Operations Plan 2025 update with all appendices. PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION: Resolution 6923 was adopted by Pueblo City Council on April 27, 1992. The prior resolution was in 1989 (Resolution 6461). BACKGROUND: An Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) outlines the response to major emergencies and disasters. This 2025 updated EOP was a collaboration between Pueblo County, City of Pueblo and public safety agencies, infrastructure providers, volunteer and private sector partners. An EOP designates roles and responsibilities, unifies agency responses and allows for clear communication during disaster situations which often cross political boundaries i.e. are not contained in a county or city boundary. This plan is adaptable to fit a crisis and provides tools to quickly and efficiently respond. It is designed to be in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. The prior resolution is substantially the same as this and the new EOP was prepared in accordance with the current resolution, however, it includes duties of a city manager that need to be revised. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: There are no costs associated with the adoption of the EOP. BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION: Not applicable to this Resolution. STAKEHOLDER PROCESS: many diverse agencies that have a role in an emergency. ALTERNATIVES: Not to approve Resolution and instead rely on the resolution adopted in 1991. RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Resolution. ATTACHMENTS: None RESOLUTION NO. 16166 A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING A LOCAL DISASTER AGENCY FOR THE CITY OF PUEBLO AND COUNTY OF PUEBLO AND ASSIGNING DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES THEREFORE AND REPEALING PRIOR RESOLUTIONS WHEREAS, the Colorado Disaster Emergency Act, C.R.S. §24-33.5.701 et seq. requires political subdivisions to prepare plans and establish capabilities to carry out emergency functions to prevent, minimize and repair injury and damage resulting from any disaster as defined in the Act; and WHEREAS, by past resolutions (Reso. 6923 and 6461) City established suitable arrangements in compliance with state law with the Board of County Commissioners of Pueblo mutual aid in coping with disasters; and WHEREAS, The Board created the Pueblo County Department of Public Safety to the Office of Emergency Management in the Division of Local Government of the Department of Local Affairs; and WHEREAS, it is the intent and desire of the City of Pueblo to continue to properly WHEREAS, it is the further intent and desire of the City to meet the requirements necessary to qualify for federal and state disaster and emergency assistance programs; and WHEREAS, the Pueblo County Sherrif, Emergency Management Coordinator has created a new EOP in conjunction with responsible agencies including those of the City; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF PUEBLO, that SECTION 1. The Office of Emergency Preparedness is hereby designated as the local disaster agency responsible for disaster preparedness and coordination of response within the County of Pueblo and City of Pueblo. SECTION 2. City hereby declares its intention to cooperate with the Board in a mutual effort in planning, execution and coordination of disaster services within Pueblo County, Colorado. SECTION 3. The duties and responsibilities of the City and Board shall be carried out as follows: 1. The Mayor of the City of Pueblo shall: 1. Provide direction and control for Pueblo City forces before, during and after disaster operations. 2. Assure continuity of City government at all levels in a declared disaster. 3. Have the power to declare that a disaster exists within the City of Pueblo. Such declaration shall continue for a period not to exceed seven (7) days. Such declaration may be continued or renewed for a period in excess of seven (7) days with the consent of a majority of the members of City Council. Any order or proclamation declaring, continuing or terminating a disaster shall be filed promptly with the Division of Local Government of the Department of Local Affairs of the State of Colorado and with the City Clerk. Such orders or proclamations shall be given prompt and general publicity and shall be promptly distributed to the appropriate representatives of the new media. 2. The Director of the Department acting by and through the Coordinator of the Office of Emergency Preparedness shall: 1. Have direct responsibility for the organization, administration and operation of the Office of Emergency Preparedness. 2. Accept and comply with all applicable regulations and standards of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the office of Emergency Management, Division of Local Affairs of the Colorado Department of Local Affairs relating to the development of a disaster operational capability and the receipt of federal and state assistance in that development and to sign and submit all documents and materials associated with such development. 3. Prepare and submit an annual budget to the Board of County Commissioners and the Mayor. 4. Prepare and keep current, subject to the approval of the Mayor the Pueblo Emergency Plan to conform to the standards and requirements as promulgated by the aforesaid Colorado Office of Emergency Management. 5. Assist all appropriate officials in preparing a clear and complete statement of emergency responsibilities of all agencies which may be activated in the event of a disaster. 6. In the event of a declared disaster, act under the direction of the Mayor and Board of county Commissioners, or its designee, in undertaking the mitigation, response, and recovery during such disaster. SECTION 4. The duties and responsibilities of the City and Board shall be carried out as follows: 1. The Mayor of the City of Pueblo shall: 1. Provide direction and control for Pueblo City forces before, during and after disaster operations. 2. Assure continuity of City government at all levels in a declared disaster. 3. Have the power to declare that a disaster exists within the City of Pueblo. Such declaration shall continue for a period not to exceed seven (7) days. Such declaration may be continued or renewed for a period in excess of seven (7) days with the consent of a majority of the members of City Council. Any order or proclamation declaring, continuing or terminating a disaster shall be filed promptly with the Division of Local Government of the Department of Local Affairs of the State of Colorado and with the City Clerk. Such orders or proclamations shall be given prompt and general publicity and shall be promptly distributed to the appropriate representatives of the new media. 2. The Director of the Department acting by and through the Coordinator of the Office of Emergency Preparedness shall: 1. Have direct responsibility for the organization, administration and operation of the Office of Emergency Preparedness. 2. Accept and comply with all applicable regulations and standards of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the office of Emergency Management, Division of Local Affairs of the Colorado Department of Local Affairs relating to the development of a disaster operational capability and the receipt of federal and state assistance in that development and to sign and submit all documents and materials associated with such development. 3. Prepare and submit an annual budget to the Board of County Commissioners and the Mayor. 4. Prepare and keep current, subject to the approval of the Mayor the Pueblo Emergency Plan to conform to the standards and requirements as promulgated by the aforesaid Colorado Office of Emergency Management. 5. Assist all appropriate officials in preparing a clear and complete statement of emergency responsibilities of all agencies which may be activated in the event of a disaster. 6. In the event of a declared disaster, act under the direction of the Mayor and Board of county Commissioners, or its designee, in undertaking the mitigation, response, and recovery during such disaster. SECTION 5. The officers of the City are authorized to perform any and all acts consistent with the intent of this Resolution to effectuate the policies and procedures described herein. SECTION 6. The officers of the City are authorized to perform any and all acts consistent with the intent of this Resolution to effectuate the policies and procedures described herein. INTRODUCED: November 10, 2025 BY: Brett Boston MEMBER OF CITY COUNCIL APPROVED: __________________________ PRESIDENT OF CITY COUNCIL ATTESTED BY: ________________________ CITY CLERK