The Resiliency Institute, Community ResiliencyBonnie Canal
This document discusses building community resilience in the face of natural disasters. It defines resilience as the ability to recover from loss and damage through access to resources, information, and managing one's own affairs. The document notes that all communities will experience disasters and emphasizes preparing and planning across sectors through collaboration. It outlines stages of emergency management and disaster recovery. The key to resilience is engaging the entire community, including individuals, organizations, and the private sector, in preparedness planning to lessen the impacts of disasters and speed up recovery times.
This document discusses hazard mitigation practices and funding options. It provides information on different grant programs for pre-disaster and post-disaster mitigation, including the Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) program, Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) program, and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). It also provides examples of mitigation projects funded in different communities and highlights the importance of developing hazard mitigation plans.
Panel Moderator: Timothy Reinhold, Ph.D., P.E., IBHS Senior Vice President of Research & Chief Engineer
Panelists: Fred Malik, IBHS FORTIFIED Program Manager; Miles Anderson, Bureau Chief, Florida Division of Emergency Management, and John Ingargiola, Senior Engineer, FEMA Building Science Branch, Risk Reduction Division
Floodproofing Methods That Work In West VirginiaBZjoe
This document summarizes floodproofing methods that work in West Virginia. It discusses the National Flood Risk Management Program, Silver Jackets collaboration between state and federal agencies, and the National Nonstructural Flood Proofing Committee. It provides examples of floodproofing projects in Wayne County WV including elevated homes, ring walls, and relocations. The document examines the most used flood risk reduction measures in WV and factors to consider when selecting approaches.
The document discusses disaster preparedness and relief in Canada. It covers the role of ALERT chairpersons in coordinating disaster response, available resources like the ALERT guide and LCIF emergency grants. It also discusses the Ready When the Time Comes (RWTC) program, a partnership between Lions Clubs International and the Canadian Red Cross to train volunteer reservists. The presentation provides information on how to become an RWTC volunteer by registering online and completing training.
This document discusses the role of data in evidence-based decision making for humanitarian aid. It outlines Development Initiatives' mission to empower people to make data-informed decisions to effectively allocate resources for poverty eradication. It also discusses a case study of humanitarian needs and actors in Northern Uganda, and activities that could improve humanitarian decision making, such as establishing community-based information systems and ensuring feedback loops. Key obstacles to evidence-based decision making are the low demand for data from local decision makers and low investment in information systems.
Presentation given by Randall Behm on warding off the 3 uglies- earthquake, flood and fire. This presentation was given at the Natural Hazard Mitigation Association's annual Symposium held every July in Broomfield, Colorado.
Watch the whole presentation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alb6V8mbJEo
The Resiliency Institute, Community ResiliencyBonnie Canal
This document discusses building community resilience in the face of natural disasters. It defines resilience as the ability to recover from loss and damage through access to resources, information, and managing one's own affairs. The document notes that all communities will experience disasters and emphasizes preparing and planning across sectors through collaboration. It outlines stages of emergency management and disaster recovery. The key to resilience is engaging the entire community, including individuals, organizations, and the private sector, in preparedness planning to lessen the impacts of disasters and speed up recovery times.
This document discusses hazard mitigation practices and funding options. It provides information on different grant programs for pre-disaster and post-disaster mitigation, including the Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM) program, Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA) program, and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). It also provides examples of mitigation projects funded in different communities and highlights the importance of developing hazard mitigation plans.
Panel Moderator: Timothy Reinhold, Ph.D., P.E., IBHS Senior Vice President of Research & Chief Engineer
Panelists: Fred Malik, IBHS FORTIFIED Program Manager; Miles Anderson, Bureau Chief, Florida Division of Emergency Management, and John Ingargiola, Senior Engineer, FEMA Building Science Branch, Risk Reduction Division
Floodproofing Methods That Work In West VirginiaBZjoe
This document summarizes floodproofing methods that work in West Virginia. It discusses the National Flood Risk Management Program, Silver Jackets collaboration between state and federal agencies, and the National Nonstructural Flood Proofing Committee. It provides examples of floodproofing projects in Wayne County WV including elevated homes, ring walls, and relocations. The document examines the most used flood risk reduction measures in WV and factors to consider when selecting approaches.
The document discusses disaster preparedness and relief in Canada. It covers the role of ALERT chairpersons in coordinating disaster response, available resources like the ALERT guide and LCIF emergency grants. It also discusses the Ready When the Time Comes (RWTC) program, a partnership between Lions Clubs International and the Canadian Red Cross to train volunteer reservists. The presentation provides information on how to become an RWTC volunteer by registering online and completing training.
This document discusses the role of data in evidence-based decision making for humanitarian aid. It outlines Development Initiatives' mission to empower people to make data-informed decisions to effectively allocate resources for poverty eradication. It also discusses a case study of humanitarian needs and actors in Northern Uganda, and activities that could improve humanitarian decision making, such as establishing community-based information systems and ensuring feedback loops. Key obstacles to evidence-based decision making are the low demand for data from local decision makers and low investment in information systems.
Presentation given by Randall Behm on warding off the 3 uglies- earthquake, flood and fire. This presentation was given at the Natural Hazard Mitigation Association's annual Symposium held every July in Broomfield, Colorado.
Watch the whole presentation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=alb6V8mbJEo
To measure the sustainability of hydropower projects, the World Bank focuses on defining measurable long-term outcomes, measuring targets over medium-to-long periods, and judging sustainability based on consumption trends, net assets, and diversified income sources. However, sustainability requires commitments from multiple sectors outside developer control. The World Bank is exploring areas like the Hydropower Sustainability Assessment Protocol, integrating information and communication technologies into monitoring, and adaptive contract management to better ensure sustainability.
The document discusses the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and new FEMA guidelines. It provides background on the NFIP, including that it was established in 1968 and requires flood mapping and makes flood insurance available to communities that meet requirements. It also summarizes Rhode Island's participation in the NFIP, new flood maps, insurance rates, reforms, and ways for homeowners to reduce costs, such as through the Community Rating System program.
Summary of key eminent domain issues presented in the aftermath of natural disasters. Presented to the American Law Institute's Eminent Domain and Land Valuation Continuing Education Conference in New Orleans in January, 2014
The document outlines Mitigation Solutions Corporation's (MSC) capabilities for flood mitigation and disaster preparedness/response. MSC provides comprehensive services including flood mitigation system design, emergency flood defense, slope stabilization, grant services, and permanent flood mitigation infrastructure. Their mission is to minimize damage from flooding and other natural disasters through mitigation solutions tailored to each client's needs.
This presentation gives a different perspective on resilience & recovery. This presentation was given at the Natural Hazard Mitigation Association's annual Symposium held every July in Broomfield, Colorado.
This presentation was given by Michael Cohen, Vice President of Renaissance RE.
Bw12 presentation 1.5 hour with crs and darlingotnSean Carroll
The document summarizes information about flood insurance programs and reforms, including:
1) The National Flood Insurance Program and the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012 have led to changes in how flood insurance rates are determined and increases in rates for many policyholders.
2) Property owners can take steps to lower their flood insurance rates such as pursuing mitigation grants to elevate homes, participating in the Community Rating System, and using coverage for elevating or floodproofing structures.
3) The elimination of subsidies will significantly increase rates for some pre-FIRM homes and non-primary residences. Rates will also increase when new flood maps show higher risk areas.
Developing Transistion Planning from Cyber Incident Response to RecoveryDavid Sweigert
This document discusses disaster recovery and the responsibilities of local governments. It notes that all disasters are local and affect communities of all sizes. Local government leaders are responsible for overseeing the four phases of emergency management: preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. The document focuses on long-term recovery efforts, which can take months or years and involve rebuilding communities. Key aspects of long-term recovery discussed include economic recovery, financing recovery efforts, and the importance of local leadership.
1. The document discusses different levels of hazards, risks, disasters and emergencies ranging from incidents and disasters to catastrophes.
2. It outlines the theoretical basis for emergency planning and management, including key concepts like resilience, and characteristics of large emergencies.
3. The document also covers the organization of emergency management from the local to international levels and challenges around balancing centralized control with decentralized community responses.
This document discusses public participation in environmental decision-making and protection efforts. It contains three guest editor introductions on this topic.
The first introduction discusses how citizens around the world are working to protect the environment in their local areas and participating in decision-making processes. It notes that while citizen participation is still limited in some countries, Ireland provides a model of good practice.
The second introduction outlines some key principles of effective community planning, including involving all community members, using visual tools, communicating effectively, following up on results, and developing local skills and capacity. It emphasizes planning a coherent strategy and process.
The third introduction describes Coastwatch Europe, a network where volunteers monitor and protect coastal ecosystems by conducting shoreline
The document discusses the need for a high seas biodiversity agreement to protect international waters, which cover two-thirds of the planet. It notes that 90% of big fish have been overfished, coral reefs are disappearing, and climate change is altering ocean chemistry. While less than 1% of the high seas are protected, these waters are facing increasing threats from human activities like overfishing, pollution, and climate change. The document argues that governments should approve negotiations on a new agreement at Rio+20 to implement relevant provisions of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and establish protections for biodiversity in international waters. Doing so could boost fisheries, jobs, and the overall ocean economy while safeguarding ocean resources
A summary of recent legislative reform in New Jersey regarding municipal redevelopment and eminent domain law, as well as a recent decision from the NJ Supreme Court regarding partial takings for beach replenishment projects.
Presentation at "Impact Evaluation for Financial Inclusion" (January 2013)
CGAP and the UK Department for International Development (DFID) convened over 70 funders, practitioners, and researchers for a workshop on impact evaluation for financial inclusion in January 2013. Co-hosted by DFID in London, the workshop was an opportunity for participants to engage with leading researchers on the latest research methods of impact evaluation and to discuss other areas on the impact evaluation agenda.
This document proposes using innovative ICTs like digital platforms and mobile devices to improve disaster relief efforts for flooding and earthquakes. It suggests each affected community have their own online page to communicate needs via SMS posts. Donor communities would be matched to provide targeted aid more quickly. This personalized approach could make aid collection, distribution and communication more efficient, equal and responsive to communities' specific needs. Challenges like limited internet access could be addressed through internet points and prioritizing infrastructure repair for aid transport routes.
The path to successful Integrated Neighbourhood Management & Troubled Family ...pam_alliantist
Alliantist's ground breaking approach to Integrated Neighbourhood Management and Troubled Family Transformation, delivered through pam, the Platform for Achieving More.
http://www.achievemorecic.co.uk/
http://www.alliantist.com/
http://www.achievemorewithpam.com/
Dipecho5 news letter 3rd edition- nov 2009DIPECHO Nepal
The document summarizes events in Nepal for International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction in October-November 2009. It describes a two-day symposium and people's rally coordinated by DIPECHO partners that culminated in the demand for an immediate disaster risk reduction and management policy in Nepal. Key events included a symposium where affected community leaders shared experiences, a convention where a large crowd demanded a DRR policy, and an exhibition illustrating DRR projects. A 9-point declaration on DRR rights was signed and handed to Nepal's President.
Dipecho5 news letter 2nd edition- oct 09 aaDIPECHO Nepal
This document discusses community mobilization approaches for disaster preparedness in Nepal. It describes how various organizations are empowering communities to participate in disaster risk reduction from the bottom-up. Key approaches mentioned include forming inclusive disaster management committees, conducting participatory vulnerability analyses to identify risks, developing community disaster preparedness plans, and building local leadership through focus groups that represent different community demographics. The goal is to make communities active participants in early warning systems and all stages of project planning and implementation rather than just beneficiaries, in order to increase community ownership and sustainability.
Dipecho5 news letter 4th edition- january10DIPECHO Nepal
The document is a newsletter from Nepal that discusses disaster risk reduction efforts. It provides the following key details:
- The newsletter focuses on "Mass Sensitization" efforts to raise awareness about disasters in 19 districts supported under DIPECHO Action Plan V.
- DIPECHO partners in Nepal describe mass sensitization activities they have implemented, including radio and TV programs, street dramas, and community meetings to disseminate information.
- The activities aim to fulfill the third priority of Nepal's National Strategy for Disaster Risk Management, which is raising awareness and disseminating disaster risk reduction information.
Trillions of dollars of coastal properties and developments are threatened by climate change-driven sea level rise and intensifying storms according to a government study. Building codes do not currently account for future flood risks from climate change. Strategies to increase sustainability and resilience, like elevating structures, are being applied more widely to reduce flood risks. The National Flood Insurance Program covers flood damage but is strained by increasing costs of floods. Reforms are planned to shift to fully risk-based flood insurance pricing. Private flood insurance is also increasingly available and may be preferable in some cases.
Nj future redevelopment forum 2014 disrupting planning la fargeNew Jersey Future
Crowd investment platform Spark aims to unlock energy efficiency by addressing barriers in energy efficiency finance through decentralized crowdfunding. Spark aggregates efficiency projects, provides a streamlined customer experience through their online application and customized leasing, and enables scalable crowdfunding to connect many small investors with projects and markets. The founders believe this model can change how efficiency projects are funded by tapping into crowdsourced capital.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
To measure the sustainability of hydropower projects, the World Bank focuses on defining measurable long-term outcomes, measuring targets over medium-to-long periods, and judging sustainability based on consumption trends, net assets, and diversified income sources. However, sustainability requires commitments from multiple sectors outside developer control. The World Bank is exploring areas like the Hydropower Sustainability Assessment Protocol, integrating information and communication technologies into monitoring, and adaptive contract management to better ensure sustainability.
The document discusses the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and new FEMA guidelines. It provides background on the NFIP, including that it was established in 1968 and requires flood mapping and makes flood insurance available to communities that meet requirements. It also summarizes Rhode Island's participation in the NFIP, new flood maps, insurance rates, reforms, and ways for homeowners to reduce costs, such as through the Community Rating System program.
Summary of key eminent domain issues presented in the aftermath of natural disasters. Presented to the American Law Institute's Eminent Domain and Land Valuation Continuing Education Conference in New Orleans in January, 2014
The document outlines Mitigation Solutions Corporation's (MSC) capabilities for flood mitigation and disaster preparedness/response. MSC provides comprehensive services including flood mitigation system design, emergency flood defense, slope stabilization, grant services, and permanent flood mitigation infrastructure. Their mission is to minimize damage from flooding and other natural disasters through mitigation solutions tailored to each client's needs.
This presentation gives a different perspective on resilience & recovery. This presentation was given at the Natural Hazard Mitigation Association's annual Symposium held every July in Broomfield, Colorado.
This presentation was given by Michael Cohen, Vice President of Renaissance RE.
Bw12 presentation 1.5 hour with crs and darlingotnSean Carroll
The document summarizes information about flood insurance programs and reforms, including:
1) The National Flood Insurance Program and the Biggert-Waters Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2012 have led to changes in how flood insurance rates are determined and increases in rates for many policyholders.
2) Property owners can take steps to lower their flood insurance rates such as pursuing mitigation grants to elevate homes, participating in the Community Rating System, and using coverage for elevating or floodproofing structures.
3) The elimination of subsidies will significantly increase rates for some pre-FIRM homes and non-primary residences. Rates will also increase when new flood maps show higher risk areas.
Developing Transistion Planning from Cyber Incident Response to RecoveryDavid Sweigert
This document discusses disaster recovery and the responsibilities of local governments. It notes that all disasters are local and affect communities of all sizes. Local government leaders are responsible for overseeing the four phases of emergency management: preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation. The document focuses on long-term recovery efforts, which can take months or years and involve rebuilding communities. Key aspects of long-term recovery discussed include economic recovery, financing recovery efforts, and the importance of local leadership.
1. The document discusses different levels of hazards, risks, disasters and emergencies ranging from incidents and disasters to catastrophes.
2. It outlines the theoretical basis for emergency planning and management, including key concepts like resilience, and characteristics of large emergencies.
3. The document also covers the organization of emergency management from the local to international levels and challenges around balancing centralized control with decentralized community responses.
This document discusses public participation in environmental decision-making and protection efforts. It contains three guest editor introductions on this topic.
The first introduction discusses how citizens around the world are working to protect the environment in their local areas and participating in decision-making processes. It notes that while citizen participation is still limited in some countries, Ireland provides a model of good practice.
The second introduction outlines some key principles of effective community planning, including involving all community members, using visual tools, communicating effectively, following up on results, and developing local skills and capacity. It emphasizes planning a coherent strategy and process.
The third introduction describes Coastwatch Europe, a network where volunteers monitor and protect coastal ecosystems by conducting shoreline
The document discusses the need for a high seas biodiversity agreement to protect international waters, which cover two-thirds of the planet. It notes that 90% of big fish have been overfished, coral reefs are disappearing, and climate change is altering ocean chemistry. While less than 1% of the high seas are protected, these waters are facing increasing threats from human activities like overfishing, pollution, and climate change. The document argues that governments should approve negotiations on a new agreement at Rio+20 to implement relevant provisions of the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea and establish protections for biodiversity in international waters. Doing so could boost fisheries, jobs, and the overall ocean economy while safeguarding ocean resources
A summary of recent legislative reform in New Jersey regarding municipal redevelopment and eminent domain law, as well as a recent decision from the NJ Supreme Court regarding partial takings for beach replenishment projects.
Presentation at "Impact Evaluation for Financial Inclusion" (January 2013)
CGAP and the UK Department for International Development (DFID) convened over 70 funders, practitioners, and researchers for a workshop on impact evaluation for financial inclusion in January 2013. Co-hosted by DFID in London, the workshop was an opportunity for participants to engage with leading researchers on the latest research methods of impact evaluation and to discuss other areas on the impact evaluation agenda.
This document proposes using innovative ICTs like digital platforms and mobile devices to improve disaster relief efforts for flooding and earthquakes. It suggests each affected community have their own online page to communicate needs via SMS posts. Donor communities would be matched to provide targeted aid more quickly. This personalized approach could make aid collection, distribution and communication more efficient, equal and responsive to communities' specific needs. Challenges like limited internet access could be addressed through internet points and prioritizing infrastructure repair for aid transport routes.
The path to successful Integrated Neighbourhood Management & Troubled Family ...pam_alliantist
Alliantist's ground breaking approach to Integrated Neighbourhood Management and Troubled Family Transformation, delivered through pam, the Platform for Achieving More.
http://www.achievemorecic.co.uk/
http://www.alliantist.com/
http://www.achievemorewithpam.com/
Dipecho5 news letter 3rd edition- nov 2009DIPECHO Nepal
The document summarizes events in Nepal for International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction in October-November 2009. It describes a two-day symposium and people's rally coordinated by DIPECHO partners that culminated in the demand for an immediate disaster risk reduction and management policy in Nepal. Key events included a symposium where affected community leaders shared experiences, a convention where a large crowd demanded a DRR policy, and an exhibition illustrating DRR projects. A 9-point declaration on DRR rights was signed and handed to Nepal's President.
Dipecho5 news letter 2nd edition- oct 09 aaDIPECHO Nepal
This document discusses community mobilization approaches for disaster preparedness in Nepal. It describes how various organizations are empowering communities to participate in disaster risk reduction from the bottom-up. Key approaches mentioned include forming inclusive disaster management committees, conducting participatory vulnerability analyses to identify risks, developing community disaster preparedness plans, and building local leadership through focus groups that represent different community demographics. The goal is to make communities active participants in early warning systems and all stages of project planning and implementation rather than just beneficiaries, in order to increase community ownership and sustainability.
Dipecho5 news letter 4th edition- january10DIPECHO Nepal
The document is a newsletter from Nepal that discusses disaster risk reduction efforts. It provides the following key details:
- The newsletter focuses on "Mass Sensitization" efforts to raise awareness about disasters in 19 districts supported under DIPECHO Action Plan V.
- DIPECHO partners in Nepal describe mass sensitization activities they have implemented, including radio and TV programs, street dramas, and community meetings to disseminate information.
- The activities aim to fulfill the third priority of Nepal's National Strategy for Disaster Risk Management, which is raising awareness and disseminating disaster risk reduction information.
Trillions of dollars of coastal properties and developments are threatened by climate change-driven sea level rise and intensifying storms according to a government study. Building codes do not currently account for future flood risks from climate change. Strategies to increase sustainability and resilience, like elevating structures, are being applied more widely to reduce flood risks. The National Flood Insurance Program covers flood damage but is strained by increasing costs of floods. Reforms are planned to shift to fully risk-based flood insurance pricing. Private flood insurance is also increasingly available and may be preferable in some cases.
Nj future redevelopment forum 2014 disrupting planning la fargeNew Jersey Future
Crowd investment platform Spark aims to unlock energy efficiency by addressing barriers in energy efficiency finance through decentralized crowdfunding. Spark aggregates efficiency projects, provides a streamlined customer experience through their online application and customized leasing, and enables scalable crowdfunding to connect many small investors with projects and markets. The founders believe this model can change how efficiency projects are funded by tapping into crowdsourced capital.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive function. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Nj future non contiguous clustering 11-7-12 banischNew Jersey Future
The document discusses non-contiguous parcel clustering, a planning technique used in New Jersey that allows development rights from one parcel to be transferred to a non-adjacent parcel for higher density development, with the sending parcel preserved as open space, and provides a case study of this technique being used successfully to preserve farmland in Mount Olive Township. While simpler than traditional transfer of development rights programs, non-contiguous clustering requires careful implementation to avoid undermining land use goals if not linked to a municipality's preservation objectives.
To reduce vehicle-train collisions nationwide by bringing this video and safety material to professional motor coach and transit drivers.
A training program (video available) and support materials for motor coach and transit driver instructors, students, and a quiz for everyone. More rail safety information is at http://www.operationlifesaver.ca
This document provides details on a proposed retail lease up plan for a property called Montgomery Heights. It would divide the 9,178 square feet of retail space into 4 units ranging from 1,521 to 3,093 square feet. Tenants being considered include a pre-school, restaurant, and pharmacy. Financial details include projected rents, tenant start-up budgets, sources and uses of funds, and considerations around the potential pros and cons of the lease up plan.
NJ Future Lincoln Institute Resiliency Symposium 10 30-14 VajjhalaNew Jersey Future
Shalini Vajjhala from re:focus partners discusses innovative ways to conceive of and finance solutions that increase resiliency and either reduce costs or stop financial losses.
The document summarizes Operation Lifesaver's annual report for 2011. Some key points:
- Operation Lifesaver is dedicated to preventing deaths and injuries related to highway-railway crossings and trespassing incidents through education.
- In 2011, they saw decreases in both crossing and trespassing accidents compared to previous years. They held over 300 events across Canada during Rail Safety Week and saw many community outreach activities.
- New initiatives in 2011 included the Off the Rails Contest targeted at youth and developing standalone PowerPoint materials for areas without presenters. Total presentations were over 500 for the year.
So in summary, the report outlines Operation Lifesaver's successes in 2011 in reducing rail-
Today’s political and legal realities have made the use of eminent domain a non-starter in most communities in New Jersey. To help move projects forward in this climate, developers and municipalities alike should consider new, creative approaches toward risk allocation with regard to development and property acquisition that focus on the economic development potential of the site and ways to include the property owners more directly, including structured seller financing and joint ventures.
(mobileYouth) Teen and Video Chat: Top must-know trends on youth and video chatGhani Kunto
Teen & Video Chat:
Top must-know trends in youth and video chat
The document discusses trends in teen use of video chat and outlines a workshop focusing on how teens use video chat, the role of parents in shaping teen video chat behavior, and how teen video chat usage could change businesses. The workshop will be presented by experts Graham Brown and Ghani Kunto and cover topics like teen video chat usage patterns, what teens use video chat for, and opportunities for businesses with video chat technology.
The document provides information on 3CDC's board members and investors, which include major local companies and institutions that have contributed over $1.3 million to fund 3CDC's operations. It also summarizes 3CDC's investments and accomplishments in downtown Cincinnati and Over-the-Rhine over the past 8.5 years, totaling over $711 million and resulting in the restoration of 124 buildings, creation of civic spaces and thousands of residential units.
NJ Future Conservation Rally 3 10-12 State Planning KasabachNew Jersey Future
A look population growth patterns in the Garden State, at the history of state planning, and at what the new State Strategic Plan could be if implemented well.
NJ Future Sandy One Year Later Polling Murray 1 Oct 29 2013New Jersey Future
Results of recent polling among Sandy-affected residents. Part of the Sandy One Year Later conference Oct. 29, 2013, at Monmouth University, co-presented by the Union of Concerned Scientists and the Recovery Fund as well as New Jersey Future and Monmouth University.
NJFuture Redevelopment Forum 2013 Fiscal Impacts HsuehNew Jersey Future
The document discusses transit oriented development planning in West Windsor, NJ. It provides details on West Windsor's population, open space, train station usage, and educated population. It outlines West Windsor's transit village initiative, including criteria for designation and partner state agencies. Updates are given on progress implementing the vision plan around the train station, including adopting zoning, completing projects, and gaining recognition awards. Details are shared on proposed residential and retail development as part of their revised redevelopment plan 1 district.
NJFuture Redevelopment Forum 13 Climate Change BroccoliNew Jersey Future
The document summarizes key points from a presentation by Anthony Broccoli on planning for future weather extremes in New Jersey. Broccoli discusses recent extreme weather events like hurricanes Irene and Sandy. He questions assumptions of a "normal" climate and whether these events indicate a "new normal" with more frequent extremes due to climate change. Broccoli reviews climate science findings on trends in hurricanes, heavy precipitation, heat waves and sea level rise. He argues that past weather patterns are no longer a reliable guide for the future and emphasizes preparing for climate impacts even amid uncertainties.
This document summarizes a Girl Geek Dinner social media workshop held in Melbourne. It includes presentations on corporate social media strategies from Kat Loughrey, grassroots social media strategies from Tamsien West, and personal social media strategies from Jess Genevieve Brown. The document provides tips and examples from brands like Oreo and the Australian Open on how to effectively use social media for businesses. It also discusses how to build an engaged community without a budget and tips for personal social media use and content creation.
The document discusses understanding and treating functional sex offenders. It begins by defining different types of sexual offenses and debunking common myths about offenders. It then discusses the different types of offenders, including violent, fixated child, regressed/situational, and sexually addicted offenders. The document outlines characteristics and internal worlds of these different offender types. It concludes by discussing principles for responsible referral to assessment and treatment, and outlines some common treatment modalities used.
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This document provides the text and summary of the 49th sutra from the Pratikramana scriptures. The sutra pays obeisance to all places of pilgrimage, both eternal and impermanent, in all realms. It describes the countless temples, images, and perfected souls in realms from the highest heavens to our own world and beyond. Reciting this sutra helps one cross over the ocean of rebirth and gain spiritual benefit by worshipping all tirthankaras with utmost devotion, purity of mind, and absence of attachment or aversion.
Rebuilding a Resilient New Jersey Shore was a presentation given on December 7, 2012 at Monmouth University by Charles B. Chestnutt, a coastal engineer with the Institute for Water Resources of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers based in Alexandria, Virginia.
NJFuture Redevelopment Forum 13 Infrastructure StricklandNew Jersey Future
1) Climate change and hurricanes like Sandy are exacerbating infrastructure challenges in New York City due to rising sea levels, coastal flooding, and increased rainfall.
2) The city is investing over $10 billion in wastewater treatment upgrades and green infrastructure projects like bioswales and blue and green roofs to reduce combined sewer overflows in a more cost-effective manner than traditional grey infrastructure alone.
3) An analysis showed that a green infrastructure approach could reduce annual combined sewer overflow volumes by 21% compared to 17% for a grey-only approach, while costing $3.9 billion versus $6.8 billion. The green strategy performs better at lower costs.
This document discusses building national resilience to disasters in the United States. It notes that disaster losses could be reduced through increased attention to building resilience at all levels of government and communities. Key points discussed include:
- Strong governance at the federal, state, and local levels is important for resilience.
- Policies need to take a long-term view of community resilience and avoid unintended consequences.
- There are gaps in coordination and policies across federal agencies that impact resilience.
- Building local capacity and empowering communities to prepare and adapt is important from the "bottom-up".
- Post-Hurricane Sandy, there have been new resilience programs and increased attention across government levels.
The Federal Communicators Network (FCN) Lunch and Learn Series presentation on March 21, 2013 features Joe Flood, speaking about "Successful Campaigns in Lean Times."
Ensure your campaign hits its targets, even in tight budget times. Learn from an expert at NOAA's high-profile Weather-Ready Nation Communication Campaign:
- how to streamline activities
- make the most of limited dollars, while still packing a big punch
- innovative tips you can apply to your own campaign
Don't miss the next FCN Lunch and Learn event. Sign up to receive our newsletter and event updates at fedcommnetwork.blogspot.com.
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The report summarizes a regional ports symposium held by the All Hazards Consortium to discuss integrating government and private sector planning efforts related to port security and resiliency. Over $100 million in government-funded regional projects were discussed. Attendees identified opportunities to better coordinate these projects and integrate private sector infrastructure owners into planning. The goal is to prepare the region through more unified planning and improve response and recovery coordination after disasters.
A Game Plan for Making Decisions Before, During, and After a Crisis Hits Your...4Good.org
This document provides an overview of creating an organizational resiliency plan to prepare for, respond to, and recover from crises. It discusses:
1) Assessing threats and vulnerabilities through a risk analysis to identify 2-3 threats to address in the plan.
2) Creating an Incident Action Plan (IAP) to guide decision making during a crisis. The IAP establishes objectives, assigns responsibilities, and determines operational periods.
3) Forming an Incident Action Team (IAT) to implement the IAP, manage response strategies, and oversee recovery teams focused on key organizational functions.
The presentation emphasizes having processes for internal and external communication, and developing notification procedures, call trees
The document summarizes a business resiliency workshop presented by the City of Anaheim. It discusses the importance of community resilience for businesses. Building community resilience helps minimize disruption during crises and allows for more rapid economic recovery. The workshop highlights tools and resources available through the Community Resilience System to help communities and businesses prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. Attendees learn about best practices for enhancing business and community resilience.
This document summarizes a presentation given to the Delray Beach City Commission about creating a resilient community in response to sea level rise and storm surge. The presentation discusses defining resilience as the ability to bounce back and improve after stresses. It provides data on historic and projected sea level rise for the area. Potential impacts of sea level rise are outlined, including coastal flooding, erosion, saltwater intrusion, and effects on infrastructure and the economy. Partners for creating resilience are identified at the regional, state, and federal levels. The presentation recommends starting a conversation in the community about resilience and forming a coastal hazards adaptation committee to gather information and evaluate policies. It suggests using scenario planning and public engagement to develop a long-term adaptation plan.
Tonna-Marie Rogers: Great Marsh Symposiumgreenbelt82
This document discusses a community outreach project in the Great Marsh area to help local officials and residents adapt to risks from sea level rise and coastal storms. It describes creating an educational video to raise awareness of these risks, potential adaptation strategies, and actions community members can take. The video will highlight economic impacts of past storms, increasing storm intensity, threats to recreation, and the need to protect natural ecosystems. It will feature local voices, case studies of current efforts, and iconic places at risk to inspire support for investing in resilience. The project aims to enhance outreach in the region and provide an example for communicating about adaptation.
The document discusses hazard mitigation planning challenges in coastal North Carolina. It notes that while the 20 coastal counties all have certified hazard mitigation plans, implementing the policy recommendations remains uneven. There are difficulties balancing safety with development pressures, as structural mitigation like levees can encourage risky development. The National Flood Insurance Program also has limitations, as it does not adequately reflect flood risks and subsidizes hazardous areas. Key issues impacting hazard mitigation in the counties include population pressures, vulnerability to hazards, public support, and limited funding and staff to support mitigation efforts. The document concludes that building resilience will require helping counties balance safety and costs, and improving coordination of mitigation activities across different agencies.
Disaster Resilience: A National Imperative - Susan CutterEERI
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The document provides an overview of Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) grants administered by the Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency. It discusses the various HMA grant programs including Pre-Disaster Mitigation (PDM), Flood Mitigation Assistance (FMA), and Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP). Eligible project activities are outlined for each program. The application process and requirements for local and state governments to receive funding such as having an approved hazard mitigation plan and providing cost share are also summarized.
This presentation is an introduction to the Disaster Risk Reduction Ambassador Curriculum. This presentation was given at the Natural Hazard Mitigation Association's annual Symposium held every July in Broomfield, Colorado.
This presentation is given by Katie Skakel, Senior Hazard Mitigation Planner. Watch the presentation here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCPHwnwVupA
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1. Sandy: Building Back
Stronger, Safer & More
Resilient
Tim Crowley, Director, Mitigation Division, FEMA Region II
December 2012
2. Content
The FEMA Mission
Building Back Jersey Strong
Community-Based Informed Decision Making
Everyday Risk Identification
• Advisory Base Flood Elevations (ABFEs)
Risk Reduction
The New Jersey Situation and Path Forward
Conclusion: Community Resilience
Q&A
Appendix
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3. The FEMA Commitment
We are committed to building disaster resilient communities
FEMA’s mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure
that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, and improve our
capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and
mitigate all hazards.
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4. Building Back as a Whole Community
FEMA is only one part of our nation’s emergency management team. We
must collectively work together to build back safer, smarter and more
resilient
The National Disaster Recovery Framework
Housing Economic
Social Environmental
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5. Building Back Jersey Strong
Working together to build back
safer, smarter, and stronger
• Citizens are looking to you to better
protect the community from flood
risk
Mitigation is the foundation for
building back more resilient
communities
• Mitigation is taking action now-
before the next disaster
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6. Community-Based Informed Decision
Making
One approach does not work for all communities
FEMA partners with your community to provide tools and support for
informed planning and decisions that fit a community’s specific needs:
• Advisory Flood Risk Information
• Building Sciences
• Floodplain Management and Insurance
Flood insurance is only
• Mitigation Planning and Assistance one way to protect
ourselves. As we rebuild
• Communications and Outreach our community, there are
steps we can and should
take to reduce the impact
of
future floods.
We’re working to keep you
informed about your flood
risk and taking proactive
steps to
protect our
community.
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7. Every Day Risk Identification
FEMA is providing tools to local
communities to make informed
decisions to build back stronger
and more resilient while
maintaining a community’s
unique character
• Advisory Base Flood Elevations
(AFEs)
During non-disaster times, FEMA
provides tools to communities in
order to enable more informed
decision making
• Flood Risk Database
• Flood Risk Report
• Flood Risk Map
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8. Risk Identification: ABFEs
What are ABFEs?
• ABFEs offer the best available data post disaster
recovery and building
How do property owners benefit from
ABFEs?
• Rebuilding using ABFEs may have a higher
initial cost, but will likely result in lower term
costs for property owners
What outcomes are we trying to achieve?
• Building safer and stronger to help mitigate risk
against future disasters
ABFE prototype for illustrative purposes
only.
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9. Risk Reduction
Understanding the updated flood risk allows communities to take action
to reduce their risk to future flood events
Proactively Reduce Risk
• Add vents to enclosures, install breakaway walls, or
relocate structures further from potential flood sources,
where possible
• Ensure property owners build with freeboard
• Engage the community in mitigation planning
Benefits
• Lower flood insurance premiums for buildings in high-
risk areas that are elevated above minimum
requirements
• More eligibility for FEMA grant programs
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10. The New Jersey Situation and Path Forward
The Devastation of Sandy
• Hurricane Sandy caused $29.4 billion in damages to
New Jersey
• FEMA estimated more then 122,000 structures in New
Jersey were damaged or destroyed*
The Path Forward
• Federal funds obligated to assist the residents and
communities in New Jersey have totaled more then
$730 million
• Additional dollars being spent from SBA Loans,
Insurance claims, and property owner funds to
rebuild
• Property owners are striving to “rebuild by Memorial
Day”
*http://www.fema.gov/news-release/new-jersey-recovery-one-month-later
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11. Conclusion: Community Resilience
FEMA Community Everyone
Create More
Provides Best Officials Adopt Takes
Resilient
Available Data Higher Mitigation
Communities
(e.g ABFEs) Standards Action
Together, we all can create stronger and safer
communities that are better equipped to handle the
next major storm
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Prepared. Responsive. Committed.We are committed to building disaster resilient communities
Specifically on the environment, beaches, dunes, lagoons, wetlands are natural barriers for making communities more resilient-Social -Economic -Housing -Environment
Working together to build back safer, smarter, and strongerCitizens are looking to you to better protect the community from flood risk. Savvy community leaders are looking to the future to ensure the long-term safety and sustainability of their entire communities.Mitigation is the foundation for building back more resilient communitiesMitigation is taking action now—before the next disaster. Rebuilding homes or businesses after a disaster is the right time to incorporate techniques to prevent future disaster damages. Community decisions made now affect the lives and investments of everyone in the community for decades. Resilience – long-term solutions that provide a return on our investmentSustainability – reducing the financial burden in future disasters creates a healthier overall economic environment
***CALL OUT BOXES: leveraged these callouts from a Risk MAP presentation and modified them slightly; may or may not want to use itOne approach does not work for all communitiesEach community has its unique challenges and goals for rebuildingNobody knows a neighborhood better then its own citizensFEMA partners with your community to provide tools and support for informed planning and decisionsAdvisory Flood Risk Information (base flood elevations, risk zones,areas of wave action)Where should I build? Should I relocate?How high should I build?What other conditions will affect the property?Building Sciences (technical guidance,best practices)What are the building standards and requirements (A zone, V zone)?What construction materials should be used?Floodplain Management and Insurance (ordinance templates, CRS) What are the floodplain management requirements?Should we adopt higher standards (freeboard, V zone techniques in coastal A zones, etc)?What CRS credits can we get to reduce insurance costs for our community?Mitigation Planning and AssistanceWhat does my State plan say?What does my local plan say?Is my project eligible for a mitigation grant?Should we buy out flood-prone homes through HUD programs?Communications and Outreach (presentations, brochures, fact sheets, mentoring)How do we reach out to citizens?Who else in my community can spread the message (chamber of commerce, developers, lenders, insurance agents, etc)?
Flood Risk Report Provides stakeholders with a comprehensive understanding of flood hazard and risk exposure within their community, watershed, or other geographic area. The report parallels the Flood Insurance Study report by providing a narrative of the flood risk assessment methodology and results. The report provides risk assessment information at the project level, placing emphasis on risk reduction activities that may have impacts beyond the specific stream area or community. The report will also provide risk assessment information that can be incorporated into mitigation plans. Flood Risk MapDepicts select flood risk data for jurisdictions within the project area, emphasizing that risk reduction activities may have an impact beyond the site The Flood Risk DatabasePrimary source to access information collected and developed during the flood risk assessment process. The Flood Risk Database parallels the Flood Insurance Rate Map database. It is a project-level database that includes flood risk assessment data collected, created, and analyzed during the flood risk project.
What are ABFEs?Advisory Base Flood Elevations and updated flood maps offer the best available data for post disaster recovery and building.They were created using more recent and improved data than the communities’ existing Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) which do not adequately reflect the current coastal flood hazard risk. Elevating to or above the ABFE is a good way to reduce flood risk and has a good return on investment for rebuilding homes damaged in Sandy.How to Property Owners Benefit from ABFEs?Rebuilding using ABFEs may have a higher initial cost, but will likely result in lower long term costs for property owners by having structures that are more resistant to costly flood damageBy elevating higher, property owners may have a flood insurance premium that is significantly lower then without the extra elevationWhat Outcome are We Trying to Achieve?Building safer and stronger to help mitigate the risk against future disasters
Understanding the updated flood risk allows communities to take action to reduce their risk in future flood eventsSome steps communities and property owners can take to proactively reduce risk:Include a freeboard standard in local ordinances that require a structure’s lowest floors to be elevated at least 2 feet above the Advisory BFEs shown on the maps Include a requirement that requires V zone construction standards in the Coastal A zones shown on the Advisory MapsAdd vents to enclosures, install breakaway walls, or relocate structures further from potential flood sources, where possibleExplore acquisition and elevation projects; may be eligible for mitigation grantsWhat are the benefits?Lower flood insurance premiums for buildings in high-risk areas that are elevated above minimum requirementsMore likely eligibility for FEMA grant programs Communities who invest in mitigation planning in the near-term are stronger, safer in the long-termOpportunity to be a leader in flood risk reduction and support more resilient coastal communities
Looking at NJ– what can communities in NJ do to respond?The Devastation of SandyGovernor Christie said Hurricane Sandy caused $29.4 billion in damages to New Jersey, but cautioned the estimate would probably rise once next summer’s tourism season, populations shifts and the effect of real estate values were taken into considerationFEMA estimated more than 122,000 structures in NJ were damaged or destroyed [CITE: information was found here: *http://www.fema.gov/news-release/new-jersey-recovery-one-month-laterThe Path ForwardGovernor Christie said New Jersey has received three grants, totaling $31.1 million. Federal funds obligated to assist the residents and communities in NJ have totaled more than $730 millionAdditional dollars being spent from SBA Loans, Insurance Claims, and Property Owner funds to RebuildProperty owners are striving to “rebuild by Memorial Day”
Communities will be more resilient through the use of ABFEsThese advisory BFEs will provide the best data to local officials who then pass it along to the home ownersHome owners who follow the advisory BFEs will be building stronger homes that will be safer in the face of major stormsFEMA will continue to:Encourage Safe BuildingProvide the Best Available DataBy using ABFEs communities will be using the best available data to build safer and strongerWork with CommunitiesFEMA is working closely with communities in the aftermath of Hurricane SandyFEMA will continue to work with State and local officials providing technical assistance to help resolve issues related to the use of new ABFEsTogether, we all can create stronger and safer communities that are better equipped to handle the next major storm