Proc. 2020-34 - Emergency Preparedness Month - 9/1/2020
P roclamation N0. 2020-34
WHEREAS National Preparedness Month, is recognized each September to promote family
and community disaster and emergency planning now and throughout the year,
with the theme for 2020 as "Resolve to Be Ready"; and
WHEREAS preparedness is the key to being ready to face threats and reduce the loss of life
and property during events such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, wildfires,
droughts, pandemics, acts of terrorism, and cyberattacks; and
WHEREAS all Texans are encouraged to develop and practice emergency plans that include
a communications strategy and emergency meeting locations; three-day disaster
preparedness kits for homes and vehicles; and include special considerations for
pets, young children, seniors, those with access and functional needs, and those
with medical devices; and
WHEREAS it is important to stand ready by staying informed and following instructions
from local officials and emergency management personnel.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY PROCLAIMED, by the power vested in me on behalf
of Mayor of the City of Huntsville, Texas that:
September 2020
be declared:
Emergency Preparedness Month
in the City of Huntsville and urge all residents to follow #ReadyHuntsville messaging on the
City’s website and social media platforms.
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PROCLAIMED AND SIGNED this the 1 day of September 2020.
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Andy Brauninger, Mayor