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Commissioner Hovis - Emergency Management/Fire Services - To Approve the Updated Gaston County Emergency Operations Plan
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STAFF CONTACT
Mike Mitchum - Emergency Management & Fire Services - 704-862-6240
BUDGET IMPACT
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BACKGROUND
The Gaston County Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), incorporated by reference herein and on file with the Clerk to the Board of Commissioners, establishes the framework for county-wide emergency management, including policies, roles, and responsibilities for county government, municipalities, agencies, private-sector partners, and community stakeholders during disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. The plan outlines emergency management procedures, Emergency Support Functions, Emergency Operations Center activation levels, and coordination among local, state, and federal partners. The updated plan supports a coordinated, all-hazards approach to emergency management and enhances Gaston County’s ability to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters.
POLICY IMPACT
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ATTACHMENTS
Gaston County Emergency Operations Plan - Executive Summary (October 2026)