NILES EMA MISSION STATEMENT

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The overall mission of the Niles, Ohio emergency manager and the emergency management agency is to ensure the safety of the people and property in Niles. We strive to accomplish this goal through the following actions: 1)by identifying which hazards have the potential of affecting Niles, 2) by identifying how people, property, and structures within this jurisdiction could possibly be damaged/injured in a disaster situation, and, 3) by preparing the community through mitigation, by communicating appropriate information, and coordination of various community departments, agencies, and volunteer groups. We also attempt to appropriately and efficiently respond to disasters, and coordinate disaster recovery assistance.