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A Resolution To Adopt The Update Of The Cook County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
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Introduction
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The Cook County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan (CCMJHMP) is required to be updated every 5 years. Adoption of the CCMJHMP makes participants eligible to apply for grant funds through the FEMA Hazard Mitigation Assistance Program. FEMA requires that each participating partner adopt the plan by resolution.
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Recommended Action
Adopt the Resolution
Prior Board Action
The Board has taken the following prior action(s):
• The Board adopted the last update of CCMJHMP, RES 19-326_P_110419
Background
The CCMJHMP addresses natural hazards considered to be of paramount importance within Cook County and includes 125 participating jurisdictions/partners.
The Village is a current participant and our continued participation is required if we wish to maintain eligibility for funding through FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Assistance program.
Timing Considerations
Grants that require the resolution are currently going through the approval process with FEMA.
Budget Impact
The adoption of this plan is required for the Village to be eligible to participate in future projects in Cook County funded by the Hazard Mitigation Grants Program (HMGP). These funds are managed and dispersed by FEMA, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and the Housing and Urban Development Agency (HUD).
Staffing Impact
There is no staffing impact associated with this item. The item aligns with the department’s core service delivery.
DEI Impact
There is no DEI impact associated with this item.
Community Input
There has been no community input given in relation to this item.
Staff Recommendation
Adopt the Resolution.
Alternatives
Alternative 1:
The Board could elect to not adopt the CCMJHMP
Advantages:
• There are no advantages to this alternative
Disadvantages:
• The Village could be excluded from future regional mitigation projects
• The Village could be required to pay a larger portion of the project compared to other municipalities
Anticipated Future Actions
There are no anticipated future actions in relation to this item.
Prepared By: Greg Olsen, Public Health Director
Reviewed By: Jack Malec, Assistant to the Village Manager
Approved By: Kevin J. Jackson, Village Manager
Attachment(s):
1. VOP County HMP Resolution
2. Executive Summary Cook County MJHMP 2024
3. Executive Overview Cook County MJHMP 2024
4. EMRS - HMP Municipal Adoption Letter