Department
Emergency Management
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval of a Resolution authorizing the adoption of the 2025 Fulton County Local Emergency Operations Plan (LEOP). (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
Ga. Const. Art. IX, §II, ¶1 Home Rule Powers and Fulton County Code § 1-117.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Justice and Safety
Commission Districts Affected
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Is this a purchasing item?
No
Summary & Background (First sentence includes Agency recommendation. Provide an executive summary of the action that gives an overview of the relevant details for the item.)
Scope of Work: The Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) requires each county in the State of Georgia to develop a Local Emergency Operations Plan (LEOP). The LEOP outlines the management and coordination of resources during major emergencies for both internal, county departments, as well external partners. Emergency response procedures, policies, structures and responsibilities are outlined within the LEOP.
Community Impact: The Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) requires each county within the State of Georgia to develop a Local Emergency Operations Plan (LEOP). The purpose of this plan is to define the structure and processes through which the County’s Emergency Management Agency manages incidents and coordinates response efforts. This comprehensive document outlines the roles, responsibilities, and procedures of local governments and partner organizations in the event of an emergency or disaster. It establishes clear lines of authority, identifies potential hazards and risks, and details the coordination of resources during a crisis. A critical component of the plan's success is the integration of internal and external stakeholders, including- but not limited to-state and federal agencies, municipal governments, public authorities, school systems, the private sector, and non-governmental organizations. Fulton County partnered with BOLD Planning to develop the LEOP through a collaborative, multi-agency process. Over the course of two years, numerous workshops were held, bringing together subject matter experts who provided essential input on incident response strategies. Their contributions ensured that the plan's components are accurate, relevant, and operationally sound. The community impact of a Local Emergency Management Plan (LEOP) is significant, as it directly contributes to the public safety, resilience, and coordinated disaster response.
Department Recommendation: The Atlanta-Fulton County Emergency Management Agency recommends Board of Commissioners’ approval for this agenda item. Approval of this item will not require the expenditure of any additional County funds.
Project Implications: No future implications are anticipated in terms of potential changes in budget, service provision or County policy/operations.
Community Issues/Concerns: No issues or concerns have been raised by internal/external partners concerning this specific agenda item.
Department Issues/Concerns: The Atlanta-Fulton County Emergency Management Agency does not have any specific issues or concerns as it relates to this specific agenda item.
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