In terms of having a competent leader to bridge across elected terms and fresh appointees with no clue, I would at least consider it.

I can't help but think, a city manager would help with some of this. 🤔

You are not alone.

Can we not add one more division for DPS to not be able to manage? It already has way too much going on and a lack of competent leadership.

Before you engage with folks on this topic look through their account. Cause if it’s new, or following nearly no one, or posting nothing else but triggering replies, it has a motive. You don’t have to give them your precious time and energy. Protect your heart!!

Getting "You paid for it vibes"

Effect from nationwide disasters, for sure.

Shit, is it because you sold me stickers?

That's the siren that now has buildings on 3 sides of it. And it sits just a few feet from what is probably someone's brand new bedroom.

I've never left that office. Empty-handed.

Is that a fake oatmeal creme pie as a decoy? That's just rude.

I have heard numerous times during my 15+ year career, I didn't know you existed, but I'm glad to know you do.

It takes us all working together to accomplish this mission.

Budgets are easy to cut, and grants are disappearing fast. The need to fund and staff local emergency management are critical.

Get to know emergency management.

Understand the EM function in your local area, at the state level, and though you have probably heard things, the federal level. Understand their staffing, their budget, and press your elected leaders to ensure they have the resources they need. Chances are, they do not.

I implore you, this month, take a little time to get to know emergency management. Understand their work in the 5 phases (prevention/protection, preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation).