Request for Council Action for Resolution 2005-42 REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION

RESOLUTION: 2005-42

SUBJECT: A resolution establishing the National Incident Management System (NIMS) as the standard for incident management in the City of Lakewood.

RECOMMENDATION: Approve

FUNDING SOURCE: N/A

SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND OF SUBJECT MATTER: The Homeland Security Directive requires that all federal, state and local governments adopt the National Incident Management System as a condition for receiving federal preparedness funding. The National Incident Management System is intended to provide a consistent nationwide approach for governments and the private sector to work together during large-scale emergencies. The system incorporates operational protocols and best management practices to provide a consistent and flexible approach to incident management.

RESOLUTION ADOPTION DATE: July 11, 2005

ORIGINATED BY: Public Works Department

STAFF PERSON RESPONSIBLE: Brian Nielsen, Environmental Services Manager, 303-987-7192

DOCUMENT ATTACHED: Resolution 2005-42

SUBMITTED BY:
Richard J. Plastino, Director of Public Works

REVIEWED BY:
Joni Inman, Director Mayor and City Manager's Office
Michael J. Rock, City Manager