TCC adopts 2019 Stephens County Joint Hazard Mitigation Plan

The City of Toccoa has approved a resolution adopting the Stephens County Joint Hazard Mitigation Plan.

During the recent Toccoa City Commission meeting, City Manager Billy Morse presented the Joint Hazard Mitigation plan resolution.

“Every five-years, our community is required to update the Hazard Mitigation Plan,” Morse said. “The plan studies the hazards that could impact us and develops strategies to prepare for and address these issues. The plan was updated with the assistance of the Georgia Mountains Regional Commission and the Stephens County Emergency Management Agency.”

The Hazard Mitigation Plan serves as a strategy guide for coordinating local efforts in preparation for hazardous events with the county.

The plan provides an overview of the hazards that could potentially threaten Stephens County, some of which, include: severe thunderstorms, flooding, winter storms, wildfires, tornadoes, HazMat release, and dam failure, to name a few.

According to Morse the Hazard Mitigation Plan provides the city with access to several grants.

“One benefit of the update is our ability to remain eligible for Federal Emergency Relief Funds,” Morse said.

The City Commission voted and approved the resolution adopting the 2019 Stephens County Joint Hazard Mitigation Plan.

A copy of the full-document is available online on the city’s website at cityoftoccoa.com

For additional information regarding the adopted plan contact Morse by calling 706-282-3221.