How does the city prepare for disasters?
Emergency Management in Texas
Overview
In Texas, mayors and county judges serve as the official Emergency Management Directors for their jurisdictions. They are responsible for developing and maintaining effective emergency management programs that ensure public safety during disasters or emergencies.
Local officials may appoint an Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC) to manage and oversee day-to-day emergency preparedness and response operations.
Both the mayor and county judge have the legal authority to:
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Declare a local disaster, and
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Order evacuations for areas at risk or affected by an emergency.
Emergency Preparedness in Georgetown
The City of Georgetown is committed to building a resilient community through a dedicated Emergency Management Team that focuses on preparation, response, recovery, and mitigation.
Key priorities include:
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Employee training
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Public education and outreach
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Partnerships and interagency collaboration
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Expert guidance on emergency management best practices
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Incident coordination and real-time response
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Post-incident debriefs and after-action reviews
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Long-term planning and preparedness initiatives