A comprehensive Emergency Management Plan shall be developed and maintained in a current state. The plan shall set forth the form of the organization, establish and designate divisions and function, assign responsibilities, tasks, duties, and powers, and designate officers and employees to carry out the provisions of this chapter. As provided by state law, the plan shall follow the standards and criteria established by the State Division of Emergency Management (EMPAC). Where possible, the form of organization, titles and terminology shall conform to the recommendations of the State Division of Emergency Management. When approved, it shall be the duty of all departments and agencies to perform the functions assigned by the plan and to maintain their portion for the plan in a current state of readiness at all times. The Emergency Management Plan shall be considered supplementary to this chapter and have the effect of law during the time of disaster.
(Ord. 58, passed 1-28-2003)