As an elected member of a Local Government, you play a vital role in ensuring that the community you represent is safe, secure and able to bounce back to full efficiency if and when an emergency or major disruptive event occurs.

As an elected member you should be aware and fully conversant with your Local Government Emergency Management arrangements.

So what is my role?:

• To understand the principals involved in Prevention, Preparation, Response and Recovery;
• To ensure that emergency management is integrated into the core business of your Local Government;
• To ensure that there is a fully supported and operational Local Emergency Management Committee (LEMC) operating in your area;
• To ensure that all local emergency management arrangements are up-to-date and are regularly reviewed by the LEMC;
• To understand your particular role within your emergency managements; and
• To build strong relationships with key agencies outlined in the emergency management arrangements and the community.