(A) The Coordinator shall be responsible for the organization, administration, and operation of the Emergency Management Agency. The Coordinator shall coordinate the activities, services, and programs for emergency management and disaster response and recovery within Pasquotank County, Camden County, and the City of Elizabeth City and shall maintain liaison with the state and federal authorities and the authorities of nearby political subdivisions to ensure the most effective operation and implementation of the emergency management plans.
(B) The Coordinators duties shall include, but not limited to, the following:
(1) Manage a comprehensive emergency management program for Pasquotank County, Camden County, and the City of Elizabeth City pursuant to G.S. Chapter 166A, including, but not limited to elements addressing prevention, protection, mitigation, response, and recovery from emergencies.
(2) Compel and coordinate the activity of all other public and private agencies engaged in any emergency management activities within Pasquotank County, Camden County, and the City of Elizabeth City.
(3) Through public informational programs, educating the populace as to actions necessary and required for the protection of their persons and property in case of enemy attack, terrorism, or disaster, either impending or present.
(4) Manage exercises to ensure the efficient operation of the emergency management forces and familiarize residents, businesses, educational institutions, and partner agencies with emergency management regulations, procedures and operations.
(5) Monitor and advise the Pasquotank and Camden County Commissioners, Pasquotank and Camden County Managers, and City of Elizabeth City Manager and Council of any and all threats, emergencies or disasters that pose a risk to the lives and safety of the residents of Pasquotank County, Camden County, and the City of Elizabeth City and propose solutions for their decision on how best to protect people and property from imminent danger or from further damage.
(6) Procure supplies and equipment, institute training programs, public preparedness information and education programs, manage and coordinate disaster drills and exercises in accordance with county-wide emergency plans.
(7) Manage the Pasquotank-Camden Emergency Operations Center as the central coordinating entity during emergencies or disasters.
(Ord. passed 10-17-2022)