Experts agree that an “All of Nation” approach is the key component for effective resiliency
planning. Resiliency starts from the bottom, where the needs are recognized and defined, and supported
all the way to the top, where partnerships and collaboration make it all possible. This report provides
valuable information for responders, receivers, planners, and managers in the public and private sectors
who strive to build more resilient communities across the nation.
Experts agree that the reduction in federal grant funds will have a significant impact on state and
local jurisdictions. The solution: Recognize past successes and failures, understand current concerns,
and develop regional approaches for the future. This report provides valuable information for
responders, receivers, planners, and managers who apply for or benefit from federal grants.
Read this “how to” article not only carefully but also constructively – and even a bit creatively
at times. Here are not only the ABCs of the grant-application process but also the What, Why, When,
Wherefore, and How questions most likely to be asked. Plus some friendly tips on key concepts, special
forms and special names, grant guidelines, funding/fiscal resources/finances, and reviewers and the
review process. Also, pre-planning, an all-inclusive approach, and a ton of hard work.
A distinguished national officer of the International Association of Emergency Managers provides a short but concise list of helpful recommendations that grant-seekers at all levels of government, and in the private sector, might be well advised to follow in preparing, reviewing, submitting, and following up on their own grant applications.
The cities and states seeking grant funds from DHS will be facing an uphill climb for the
foreseeable future. DHS itself could help considerably, though, by clarifying the rules, eliminating
inconsistencies, dropping all pork-barrel considerations, and – most important of all – inviting U.S.
states and cities to become full partners in the decision-making process.
Total preparedness is perhaps impossible in the Age of Terrorism – and, it seems, of a major
increase in the number and scope of natural disasters. But at least partial preparedness is not only
feasible but politically and operationally mandatory as well. As always, preparedness starts with
planning – and in the United States, at least, is facilitated and strongly encouraged by financial
grants.
This common-sense Viewpoint analysis takes a close look at how most U.S. communities prepare, both
economically and operationally, for sudden disasters. Five quick answers: 1. Many, perhaps most, do not.
2. Those that do, do not do it very well. 3. Outside help is usually needed. 4. Ahead of time. 5.
Obtaining such help later is much more expen$$$ive.
Experts are in agreement that an effective biosurveillance program is needed to protect the nation’s health, farm animals, agriculture and agricultural products of all types, and food supply. This report provides valuable information for responders, receivers, planners, and managers – and the American people at large.
In theory there is no difference between theory and practice. In practice there is. –Yogi Berra (former American Major League Baseball catcher, outfielder, and manager)Spring has sprung, which has a very […]
Many homeland-security professionals have warned that a bioterrorist attack not only could be more devastating, and longer-lasting, than a nuclear attack, but is also more probable. Moreover, the biowarfare capabilities of international terrorists have increased significantly in recent years. But so have U.S. detection and response capabilities and equipment. In short, the “Great Race” has already started; when, where, and how it will end, though, is still far from certain.
Experts agree that an “All of Nation” approach is the key component for effective resiliency
planning. Resiliency starts from the bottom, where the needs are recognized and defined, and supported
all the way to the top, where partnerships and collaboration make it all possible. This report provides
valuable information for responders, receivers, planners, and managers in the public and private sectors
who strive to build more resilient communities across the nation. 