Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

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What is a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan?

A Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) identifies local natural hazards and then identifies and prioritizes vulnerable areas in the local community. The purpose of an LHMP is to help communities be prepared in case of natural disasters as well as to prepare for the recovery after such events.

Why do we need one in Watsonville? Watsonville is located in a geographic area prone to certain specific natural disasters including but not limited to:

  • Flooding
  • Severe Heat
  • Earthquakes
  • Drought

 

Take the local Hazard Mitigation Plan survey!

How can I participate in drafting the
Local Hazard Mitigation Plan?

  1. Come, participate and share your input at the meetings.
  2. Fill out and share this survey (English).
  3. Fill out and share this survey (Spanish).
  4. Talk about the LHMP with friends, family, and neighbors
    and invite them to attend the meetings. 

If you have any questions or would like to forward comments, you can do so at the following address: lhmp@cityofwatsonville.org .

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  1. Thu Jan. 16

    Local Hazard Mitigation Plan - 2nd Meeting This is the second of a series of 5 public meetings to discuss the development of our Local Hazard Mitigation Plan in order to prepare for natural disasters. Everyone is welcome. Children's activities and light refreshments will be provided.
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If I can't attend the meetings, can I find the information online?

Yes. All meeting agendas and information covered at the meetings will be available below.

October 14th Meeting Agenda & Documents

  1. 10.14.19 Agenda LHMP Public Meeting
  2. 10.14.19 LHMP Meeting Ground rules
  3. 10.14.19 LHMP Powerpoint Presentation