County Seeks Public Input for Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) Stutsman County is asking residents to help shape the future of local disaster resilience. As part of the planning process to update the Stutsman County, ND, Multi-Jurisdictional Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan (MHMP), the steering committee developed and finalized a public survey to gather insights on community risks and priorities. Hazard mitigation is the effort to reduce and/or eliminate the loss of life and property from natural hazards and man-made threats. Whether it is overland flooding, severe winter storms, or hazardous material incidents, having a robust plan in place allows the county and its incorporated cities to proactively address vulnerabilities. A Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan isn’t just a strategy document; it is a requirement for the county to remain eligible for federal hazard mitigation assistance grants. By participating in this survey, residents provide boots-on-the-ground data that helps emergency planners understand which haz