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PROCLAMATION
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONALS ' DAY
SEPTEMBER 30 , 2024
WHEREAS , the State of North Carolina has implemented a state emergency management
program , requiring localities to develop corresponding programs to mitigate the various
threats and hazards that pose risks to the state ' s residents ; and
WHEREAS , emergency management safeguards communities by organizing and combining
all essential activities to enhance the ability to prevent , prepare for , respond to , and recover
from potential or real natural disasters , acts of terrorism , and other human - made disasters ;
and
WHEREAS , emergency management professionals perform a vital yet often overlooked role
in offering the essential leadership , management , and operational expertise needed to help
communities , organizations , and agencies create emergency plans and procedures , ensure
staff are well -trained and drills are conducted , issue emergency warnings and alerts , and
obtain resources to safeguard lives and property while bolstering resilience to emergency
situations ; and
WHEREAS , emergency management professionals play a crucial role in directing or assisting
emergency operations , ensuring that emergency operations centers are constantly ready
24/7 , and actively participating in operational activities throughout the entire emergency event
cycle ; and
WHEREAS , emergency management professionals collaborate and communicate with a wide
range of partners across federal , state , regional , and local government levels , the private
sector , non - governmental organizations , and the general public ; and
WHEREAS , emergency management professionals possess extensive knowledge of the
hazards and risks that threaten Orange County and our communities , the specific programs
and strategies available to address them , applicable federal , state , and local laws and
compliance guidelines , and the roles of critical partners essential to effective preparedness ,
response , and disaster recovery ; and
WHEREAS , emergency management professionals assist allied professionals in the medical
community and in emergency response , business , nonprofit , and faith organizations to
achieve preparedness , response , and recovery capabilities ; and
WHEREAS , the Orange County Board of Commissioners is proud to honor the service and
commitment of its emergency management professionals and recognize their contributions to
the lives , health , and safety of all who live , visit , and do business . in Orange County .
NOW THEREFORE , we , the Orange County Board of County Commissioners , do hereby
proclaim September 30 , 2024 , as Emergency Management Professionals ' Day in Orange
County , in honor and recognition of Orange County ' s Emergency Managers .
Adopted this 17t" day of September , 2024 .
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