Identify centralized areas, both physical and online, to provide resources and information in the event of an emergency. 

 

Our office is currently working with neighbors, the Neighborhood Empowerment Network (NEN), Department of Emergency Management (DEM), and Department of Public Health (DPH) to begin the process of developing a resiliency plan specific to the Sunset District, called Resilient Sunset. As of July 2015, we have held four meetings where community leaders received information about the district and its demographics, identified potential vulnerabilities within our community, and set up the framework for the work ahead. In the event of a small or large disaster, residents will turn to the organizations, places, and people they are most familiar with. For example, a resident might turn to their local church, or a place where they receive services such as a non-profit. Through the Resilient Sunset process, we are identifying organizations throughout the Sunset District that will serve as physical hubs for our residents during an emergency. By preparing our existing service providers, businesses, and faith-based organizations, we will be creating many physical hubs for our community to access vital services and receive important information during a disaster.

 

We anticipate launching a more community-involved effort in September 2015.