Urgent: Action Required for Orange County Hazard Mitigation Plan
Dear Orange County Hazard Mitigation Planning Participants,
I hope this email finds you well. As part of the New York State requirements for the Orange County Hazard Mitigation Plan, it is essential that the following link is posted on your organization’s website and/or social media platforms today:
https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/4b5cf197b48c4ee0aae54206ea15c66c
Orange County Hazard Mitigation Plan – Public Review and Comment Period
Orange County has released the draft version of its updated Hazard Mitigation Plan for public review and comment. This plan is a critical tool for identifying risks from natural disasters and outlining strategies to reduce their impacts on our community. We encourage residents, businesses, and stakeholders to review the draft plan and provide feedback. Your input is essential to ensure the plan reflects the needs and priorities of our community.
Draft Plan Access:
You can access the draft Hazard Mitigation Plan https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/4b5cf197b48c4ee0aae54206ea15c66c
Public Comment Period:
The draft plan will be available for review from December 23rd to January 22nd , 2025.
How to Submit Comments:
Please share your comments by completing the online feedback form https://arcg.is/19uDmy0 Thank you for contributing to Orange County’s efforts to build a safer and more resilient community.
This link provides access to the draft plan and allows for a 30-day public comment period, which is a critical step in the approval process. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this requirement or the posting process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly at (262) 794-2237. Please send proof that you put this on your website/social media to the following link: https://arcg.is/0WCLvT0
Thank you and happy holidays,
Kim Anthony
Hazard Mitigation Planner III
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(262) 794-2237 (Mobile)