Boone County Commission News Release

Boone County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

COLUMBIA, Mo. (October 16, 2024) - In an effort to better respond to disasters and protect the community, Mid-Missouri Regional Planning Commission and Boone County Office of Emergency Management (BCOEM) is calling on the public to provide valuable input as the planning cycle for the comprehensive Boone County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan begins on October 17th.

Public input is a key element of the planning process. BCOEM and Mid-Missouri Regional Planning Commission encourages the community to participate in an anonymous survey to share their experiences and concerns regarding the hazards that affect the area. The survey will also allow respondents to suggest actions they believe should be considered to mitigate potential future disasters.

This plan, developed by a planning committee comprised of representatives from across the county, will outline strategies to reduce the vulnerability of people and property to the impacts of natural, technological, and human-made hazards.

To fill out an anonymous survey and contribute to the plan, visit http://bcoem.info/406sPk8.

“We are committed to ensuring that our community is prepared and resilient in the face of potential hazards,” Chris Kelley, Director of Boone County Emergency Management, said. “The input we receive from the public will directly influence the development of strategies aimed at reducing risk and protecting lives and property.”

The public's feedback will be instrumental in shaping the final plan, which will address ways to mitigate the effects of disasters such as floods, severe storms, and other hazards that pose a threat to the community.

To learn more about hazard mitigation, visit the BCOEM website at https://www.showmeboone.com/oem/hazard-mitigation.

To learn more about Mid-Missouri Regional Planning Commission, visit their website at https://www.midmorpc.org.

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