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I I <br /> Official's Guide to Disasters <br /> Conclusion: <br /> Elected and appointed officials are responsible for ensuring the public safety and <br /> welfare of the people of their jurisdiction. Specifically, these officials should help provide <br /> strategic guidance and resources during preparedness, response, and recovery efforts. <br /> Emergency management, including preparation and training for effective response, is a <br /> primary obligation of local leaders. <br /> Chief elected or appointed officials must have a clear understanding of their roles and <br /> responsibilities in order to be successful in an emergency situation. At times, these roles <br /> may require providing direction and guidance to constituents during an incident, but <br /> their day-to-day activities do not focus on emergency management and response. On <br /> an ongoing basis, elected and appointed officials may be called upon to help shape or <br /> modify laws, policies, and budgets to aid preparedness efforts and to improve <br /> emergency management and response capabilities. Remember, resilient communities <br /> begin with prepared individuals. <br /> If you have any questions or would like to learn more about emergency management, <br /> please contact us at (919) 245-6100. Thank you for the service that you provide for the <br /> citizens of Orange County. <br /> Handling a Disaster Page 4.10 • <br /> Version Date-April 9, 2012 <br />