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BACKGROUND The last revision of the Emergency Operations Plan (formerly known as the Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan) was done in 2005. Since its last major update, there have been a number of policy and industry changes that affect how the City might respond to a disaster. DISCUSSION To receive preparedness grants or post disaster related funding, both State and Federal Legislation require emergency operations plans which integrate the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) and the National Incident Management System. The legislation includes the California Emergency Services Act, Homeland Security Presidential Directive 5 and the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. In November 2016, City staff initiated an update and revision to the 2005 Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan. Tetra Tech Inc. was hired to assist the City with the update. The EOP identifies the City's emergency planning, organization, response policies, and procedures. The plan also addresses integration and coordination with other governmental entities, when required. It is a flexible document, appropriate to use in all emergencies, and will facilitate response and short-term recovery activities. The EOP serves as a planning reference for effective response to any emergency or disaster that could impact the City. It also serves as a legal and conceptual framework for emergency management in the City of Pleasanton. It establishes policies and procedures and assigns responsibilities to ensure the effective management of the emergency operations. It provides information on the emergency management structure, including how and when the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) is activated. The plan integrates the following emergency management, response, and coordination systems: • Incident Command System (ICS) • Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS) • National Incident Management System (NIMS) The Emergency Operations Plan is the foundation of the City's emergency management program. Annexes and appendices to this plan will be updated and developed to continue to further the City response and recovery capabilities. Page 2 of 3