The Franklin County Board of Supervisors approved an update to the Emergency Operations Plan at the June 16 meeting that reflects current and future changes in local operations with partner agencies. The plan covers the Office of Emergency Management, which includes the Fire and Public Safety departments and a health and medical branch, along with a transportation branch.
This revised plan was updated in May to provide the best emergency services in response to natural disasters and other issues, including hazard identification. Winter storms and floods are considered significant hazards. Fire and the drought are considered moderate hazard conditions.
In addition, Jamison Electric has been awarded a $773,770 contract to construct the Emergency Generator at Ben Franklin Middle School. The school serves as a shelter in the event of a community emergency. Franklin County was awarded funding for this project from FEMA and the Legislative Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Program. The total funding is $940,000, with 75% from federal funds. This is part of the updated emergency operations program…