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ORO VALLEY CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL
REGULAR SESSION
WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2008
HOPI CONFERENCE ROOM
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES BUILDING
11000 NORTH LA CANADA DRIVE
CALL TO ORDER BY CHAIRMAN SCOTT INGRAM: 5:04 P.M.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: ABSENT:
Scott Ingram, Chair George Blanton, Member
Bill Garner, Member (Arrived at 5:12 P.M; Left at 5:27 P.M) Les Caid, Member
Bill Glore, Member Sue Philpot, Member
Karen Hauca, Member Jason Larter, Member
Todd Jaeger, Member(Arrived at 5:07 P.M; Left at 6:26 P.M) Courtney Labukas, Member
Dick Tracy, Member
Curt Hicks, Proxy (Left at 6:05 P.M)
Dale Janson, Proxy
Jim Malliet, Proxy
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES—JANUARY 9, 2008
Chair Ingram asked everyone to review minutes.
MOTION: Mr. Tracy MOVED to approve the JANUARY 9, 2008 minutes. Ms. Hauca
SECONDED the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
2. UPDATE ON STATE CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL ACTIVITIES BY SCOTT INGRAM:
Chair Ingram reported that the State Citizen Corps Council had a meeting on May 13, 2008 and is in
the phases of getting reestablished. Chair Ingram and Ms. Hauca advised that they are both on the
State CCC. Ms. Hauca stated that the CCC is preparing for National Preparedness Month in
September.
3. CVAP (VIPS) REPORT
Mr. Malliet advised that the License Plate Reader (LPR) is coming along well and that there are
approximately 20 people trained to use the device. He stated that Dark House program has 250 plus
houses on the list this time of year. He also stated that CVAP will be involved in the upcoming high
school graduations.
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4. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH REPORT—Nothing to report
5. CERT REPORT
Ms. Hauca reported that the Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) mock-disaster
training in February 2008 has been postponed.
6. FIRE CORPS REPORT—Nothing to report
7. MEDICAL RESERVE CORPS (MRC) REPORT
Chair Ingram reported that MRC volunteers have been helping the county with the immunization for
the measles outbreak.
8. REGIONAL CCC REPORT—Nothing to report
9. CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL STRATEGIC PLANNING
Mr. Ingram announced his intention to step down as Chair and asked all members to make
recommendations through him for new members of the Citizen Corps Council.
The group discussed possible future direction and objectives as a Citizen Corps Council such as
getting more Community involvement through the schools, faith groups, homeowner's associations
and businesses with programs like Teen CERT and CERT. Discussion ensued regarding the lack of
CERT Trainers and ways to recruit more trainers. Discussion also arose regarding improving
emergency response for the disabled.
Mr. Garner stated that Storm Spotter training will be held on May 20, 2008 at 6:30 P.M. in Council
Chambers. He also stated that it was important to determine if the Council should be citizen based
or continue with the model that currently exists. He announced his resignation effective
immediately due to his election as a Council Member.
Ms. Hauca informed the group that Golder Ranch will be having a CERT Meeting on Friday, May
23, 2008 at the training facility in Catalina from 7:00 P.M. -10:00 PM. She also stated that Congress
Bill HR5 890 may have an impact on the strategic planning of the Citizen Corps Council and
requested that it be attached to the minutes.
Mr. Jaeger, Mr. Janson and Ms. Hauca offered to develop a proposal for future CERT related
programs and training sessions. They will provide an interim report to the Council via email within
30 days.
10. REPRESENTATION ON THE SOUTHEASTERN ARIZONA REGIONAL CITIZEN
CORPS COUNCIL AND THE PIMA COUNTY CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL — Nothing to
report
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11. ADJOURNMENT:
The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July, 9, 2008, at 5:00 P.M. in the Training Room at
the Police Department.
MOTION: Ms. Hauca MOVED to adjourn the meeting at 6:34 P.M. Mr. Tracy SECONDED the
motion. Motion carried unanimously.
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H.R. 5890: Citizen and CommunityPreparedness Act of
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HR 5890 IH
110th CONGRESS
2d Session
H. R. 5890
To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish the Community Preparedness Division of the
Department of Homeland Security and the Citizen Corps Program,and for other purposes.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
April 24,2008
Mr. CUELLAR (for himself,Mr. DENT,Mr.THOMPSON of Mississippi,Ms.JACKSON-LEE of Texas,
Mr. ROGERS of Alabama,Mr. PASCRELL,Mrs. CHRISTENSEN,and Mr. ETHERIDGE)introduced
the following bill;which was referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure,and in
addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the
Speaker,in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee
concerned
A BILL
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To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish the Community Preparedness Division of the
Department of Homeland Security and the Citizen Corps Program,and for other purposes.
Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE.
This Act may be cited as the 'Citizen and Community Preparedness Act of 2008'.
SEC. 2. COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS DIVISION.
(a) Establishment of Community Preparedness Division-The Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6
U.S.C. 101 et seq.)is amended by adding at the end the following:
'TITLE XXI--DOMESTIC PREPAREDNESS AND COLLECTIVE RESPONSE
TO TERRORISM AND OTHER EMERGENCIES
'SEC. 2101. COMMUNITY PREPAREDNESS DIVISION.
'(a) In General-There is in the Department a Community Preparedness Division.
'(b) Director-The Community Preparedness Division shall be headed by a Director,who
shall be appointed by the Secretary.
'(c) Responsibilities-The Director of the Community Preparedness Division, shall have the
primary responsibility within the Department for assisting the efforts of State,local,and
tribalgovernments in preparing citizens in the United States for acts of terrorism and other
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emergencies,including primary responsibility for each of the following:
'(1) Administration of the Citizen Corps Program under section 2102.
'(2) Supporting public and community preparedness efforts.
'(3) Serving as the principal advisor to the Secretary of Homeland Security on public
and community preparedness issues.
'(4) Providing Citizen Corps Councils with tools,information,and technical
assistance to connect local and national citizen preparedness efforts.
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'(5) Establishing specialized preparedness programs for underserved populations
under subsection (d).
'(6) Ensuring coordination with,and leveraging to the greatest extent feasible,
efforts by private sector entities, faith-based groups,research and educational
institutions,other nongovernmental organizations,including such organizations that
work with the disabled and others with special needs,and emergency response
provider organizations to promote citizen preparedness and participation.
(7) Assisting in the implementation of national strategies for public and community
preparedness,including the development of individual preparedness skills and
capabilities,assembling preparedness kits,developing emergency communications
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plans,training in basic first aid,and learning how to react to a variety of
emergencies,including an act of terrorism involving chemical,biological,
radiological,or nuclear weapons,and natural disasters,including hurricanes, floods,
earthquakes,and tsunamis.
'(8) Establishing and maintaining a community preparedness resource center to
compile and disseminate best practices of citizen preparedness programs.
'(d) Underserved Populations- In carrying out the responsibilities under this section,the
Director shall consider the unique preparedness challenges faced by--
'(1) persons with physical and mental disabilities,health problems,visual
impairments,hearing impairments,limited English proficiency,and literacy barriers;
'(2) socially and economically disadvantaged households and communities;
'(3) the elderly;
'(4) children;and
'(5) individuals with pets or service animals.
'SEC. 2102. CITIZEN CORPS PROGRAM.
'(a) Establishment-There is in the Community Preparedness Division a Citizen Corps
Program,through which the Secretary shall bring community and government leaders
together to coordinate and leverage efforts to strengthen community involvement in
emergency preparedness,planning,mitigation,response,and recovery for acts of terrorism
and natural disasters.
'(b) Grant Program-
'(1) IN GENERAL-As part of the Citizen Corps Program,the Secretary shall carry
out a grant program to make grants to States.
'(2) APPLICATION-To be eligible to receive a grant under this subsection,a State
shall submit an application containing such information and assurances as the
Secretary may require.
'(3) USE OF FUNDS-A grant under this subsection may be used for any of the
following purposes:
'(A) To form and sustain a State or local Citizen Corps Council.
'(B) To develop and implement educational programs for the public on both
terrorism and natural disaster preparedness and volunteer responsibilities.
'(C) To develop and implement a plan or to amend an existing plan to
facilitate citizen preparedness and participation.
'(D) To facilitate citizen participation in preparedness training and exercises.
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'(E) To implement volunteer programs and activities to support emergency
response providers.
'(4) CONDITIONS OF RECEIPT OF FUNDS-Each State that receives a grant
under this subsection shall ensure that in carrying out any of the purposes under
paragraph (3) outreach efforts extend, as appropriate,to--
'(A) underserved populations specified in section 2101(d);
'(B) neighborhoods bordering critical infrastructure;
'(C) urban and rural communities;
'(D) border communities;and
'(E) faith-based and volunteer community service organizations.
'(c)Administration and Coordination-As part of the Citizen Corps Program,the Secretary
shall--
'(1) administer--
'(A) the Community Emergency Response Team Program under section
2103,or any successor thereto;and
'(B) the Fire Corps Program under section 2104,or any successor thereto;
'(2) coordinate with the Secretary of Health and Human Services in the
administration of the Medical Reserve Corps,or any successor thereto,which is a
program to educate and train citizens and medical professionals to assist with
medical and public health outreach and administration before,during, and after acts
of terrorism and other emergencies;and
'(3) coordinate with the Attorney General in the administration of--
'(A) Neighborhood Watch,or any successor thereto,which is a program to
provide information,training, and resources to citizens and law enforcement
agencies throughout the country to identify potential terrorist activities and
other threats;and
'(B) Volunteers In Police Services,or any successor thereto,which is a
program to educate and train citizens to increase the capacity of volunteer
State and local law enforcement officials to assist before,during,and after an
act of terrorism or other emergency.
(d) Cooperative Agreements With Non-Profit Entities-The Secretary may enter into
cooperative agreements with non-profit entities to enhance citizen preparedness and
outreach programs that the Secretary has determined have a proven track record of success
on a national or regional basis.
'(e) Reports to Congress-Not later than one year after the date of the enactment of the
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Citizen and Community Preparedness Act of 2008,and every two years thereafter,the
Director of the Community Preparedness Division shall submit to Congress a report that
evaluates the management and effectiveness of the Fire Corps Program under section 2104
and the Community Emergency Response Team Program under section 2103.
'(f) Authorization of Appropriations-There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out
this section--
'(1) $30,000,000 for fiscal year 2009;
'(2) $35,000,000 for fiscal year 2010;
'(3) $40,000,000 for fiscal year 2011;
'(4) $45,000,000 for fiscal year 2012;and
'(5) $50,000,000 for fiscal year 2013.
'SEC. 2103. COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM PROGRAM.
'(a) Establishment-There is in the Community Preparedness Division a Community
Emergency Response Team Program,through which the Secretary shall educate citizens
about preparedness and mitigation and train citizens in basic response skills,including fire
safety,light search and rescue, and medical operations in preparation for acts of terrorism
and other emergencies.
'(b) Authorization of Appropriations- Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated under
section 2102(f) for any fiscal year,$1,750,000 is authorized to carry out this section.
'SEC. 2104. FIRE CORPS PROGRAM.
'(a) Establishment-There is in the Community Preparedness Division a Fire Corps
Program,through which the Secretary shall facilitate the use of volunteers in non-
emergency roles at fire and rescue departments to better prepare local communities to
respond to acts of terrorism and other emergencies.
'(d) Fire Corps Advisory Committee-
'(1) ESTABLISHMENT-The Secretary shall establish an advisory committee to be
known as the 'Fire Corps Advisory Committee' (hereinafter referred to in this
section as the 'Committee') to provide guidance and assistance to the Secretary in
carrying out the Fire Corps Program.
'(2) MEMBERSHIP-The members of the Committee shall be appointed by the
Secretary and shall include--
'(A) representatives of fire and emergency service organizations;
'(B) representatives of the United States Fire Administration;and
'(C) other individuals that the Secretary determines are appropriate.
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'(3) TERMS OF SERVICE;PAY AND ALLOWANCES-The Secretary shall
determine the number,terms of service,and pay and allowances of members of the
Committee appointed by the Secretary,except that the term of service of any such
member may not exceed three years.
'(4) APPLICABILITY OF FEDERAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE ACT-Section
14(a)(2)(B) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply
to the Committee.
'(h)Authorization of Appropriations- Of the amounts authorized to be appropriated under
section 2102(g)(1) for any fiscal year, $1,500,000 is authorized to carry out this section.
'SEC. 2105.NATIONAL CITIZEN CORPS COUNCIL.
'(a) Establishment-There is in the Community Preparedness Division a National Citizen
Corps Council.
'(b) Membership-The members of the Council shall be national leaders of organizations
and associations representing emergency response providers,community and volunteer
services providers,government officials, the private sector, and underserved populations
described in section 2101(d) and shall be appointed by the Secretary.The Secretary shall
determine the number of members of the Council.
'(c) Responsibilities-The responsibilities of the Council are as follows:
'(1)To facilitate cooperation at the national level in support of the Citizen Corps
Program under section 2102.
'(2) To identify opportunities for Federal,State,local,and tribal organizations to
collaborate to accomplish the shared goals of the Citizen Corps Program.
'(3) To encourage the development and support of State and local Citizen Corps
Councils.
'(4) To exchange facts and information regarding programs to promote citizen
preparedness,public awareness, and volunteer service opportunities.
'(d) Meetings-The Secretary or a designee shall convene meetings of the National Citizen
Corps Council at the discretion of the Secretary but not less than annually.
'SEC. 2106. PUBLIC AFFAIRS CAMPAIGN.
'(a) Establishment-The Secretary shall carry out a public affairs campaign using various
media outlets that is designed to assist citizens in preparing for an act of terrorism or other
emergency.
'(b) Information Dissemination-The campaign shall--
'(1) utilize a broad spectrum of both mainstream and specialty print,radio and
television outlets;and
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'(2) disseminate information to underserved communities specified in section 2101
(d).
'(c)Authorization of Appropriations-There is authorized to be appropriated to carry out
this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2009 through 2013.
'SEC. 2107. PILOT PROGRAM TO ENHANCE CITIZEN PREPAREDNESS AT
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS.
'(a) In General- Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of the Citizen and
Community Preparedness Act of 2008, the Secretary shall commence a pilot program to
enhance citizen preparedness at primary and secondary schools and on university and
college campuses by providing training,exercises, and public awareness campaigns.
'(b) Selection of Educational Institutions-The Secretary shall select at least three primary
and secondary schools and at least three colleges and universities to participate in the pilot
program required under subsection (a). At each school,college,and university selected by
the Secretary,the Secretary shall develop and implement a program to prepare
administrators,teachers, students,and parents for acts of terrorism and other emergencies.
'(c) Selection Criteria- In selecting educational institutions under subsection (b) to
participate in the pilot program required under subsection (a), the Secretary shall ensure the
participation of educational institutions of varying sizes that represent a geographic
(including urban and rural) cross section of the United States.The Secretary shall also
ensure the participation of historically black colleges and universities,Hispanic-serving
institutions,or Tribal colleges and universities.
'(d)Transfer of Information and Knowledge-The Secretary shall establish mechanisms to
ensure that the information and knowledge acquired by each participant in the pilot
program are transferred to the other participants and other interested parties.
'(e) Report-Not later than 6 months after the date on which the Secretary completes the
pilot program under this section,the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on
Homeland Security of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Homeland
Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate a report on the pilot program under this
section.
'(f) Authorization of Appropriations-There are authorized to be appropriated such sums as
may be necessary to carry out this section.
'(g)Termination-The authority to carry out a pilot program under this section shall
terminate on the date that is two years after the date of the enactment of the Citizen and
Community Preparedness Act of 2008.
'(h) Definitions- For the purposes of this section:
'(1)The term 'historically Black college or university' has the meaning given that
term in section 322 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 1061).
'(2) The term 'Hispanic-serving institution' has the meaning given that term in
section 502(5) of such Act (20 U.S.(:. 1101a(5)).
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'(3)The term 'Tribal College or University'has the meaning given that term in
section 316 of such Act (20 U.S.C. 1059c(b)(3)).'.
(b) Clerical Amendment-The table of contents in section 1(b) of such Act is amended by
adding at the end the following:
'TITLE XXI--DOMESTIC PREPAREDNESS AND COLLECTIVE RESPONSE TO
TERRORISM AND OTHER EMERGENCIES
'Sec. 2101. Community Preparedness Division.
'Sec. 2102. Citizen Corps Program.
'Sec. 2103. Community Emergency Response Team Program.
'Sec. 2104. Fire Corps Program.
'Sec. 2105. National Citizen Corps Council.
'Sec. 2106.Public affairs campaign.
'Sec. 2107.Pilot program to enhance citizen preparedness at educational institutions.'.
SEC.3. REPORT TO CONGRESS.
Not later than 90 days after the date of the enactment of this Act,and annually thereafter, the
Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives and
the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate a report specifying
the amount of grant funds awarded to each State under section 2102(b) of the Homeland Security
Act of 2002,as added by section 2,and the purposes for which such funds were awarded.
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