District 2 Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

The Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is seeking a contractor to update the hazard mitigation plans for District 2. The contractor will be responsible for performing all tasks and making assurances outlined in the scope of work, including updating the plan with the assistance of the Mitigation Council, holding public hearings and meetings, soliciting input from citizens and professionals, and reviewing the final draft of the updated plan. The contractor will also be responsible for organizing resources and meeting schedules, updating pre-planning activities and analysis, and providing an update of new developments and an overview of areas vulnerable to specific hazards. Some key points to consider: • The plan must be updated every five years, as required by FEMA regulations. • The contractor will work with the Mitigation Council to document the hazard mitigation planning update process. • The contractor will perform a risk assessment to identify hazards and vulnerabilities. • The contractor will update any new mitigation strategies specific to each community’s exposure and impacts by identified natural hazards. • The contractor will assist with the adoption and distribution of the district 2 Hazard Mitigation Plan.