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On January 10, 2023, SIP participated in the Polk County Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting. Great discussion with some of our public/private sector partners who are most familiar with the hazardous materials in their communities and in the best position to assist local governments in response planning. LEPCs were formed by federal/state legislation following the Bhopal, India disaster where thousands of people died in a hazardous chemical accident. There are currently over 80 LEPCs across Iowa. If you are involved in the hazardous materials sector consider becoming a part or your Regional or Local Emergency Planning Committee. Find your POC at the link below.
IOWA LEPC CONTACTS LINK (May 2022): https://homelandsecurity.iowa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/LEPC_Contacts_May2022.pdf |  On November 29, 2022, our partners at Polk County Emergency Management invited SIP Members to join former FEMA Region 7 Administrator, Paul Taylor, for their hybrid lunch and learn training on the topic of “Private Sector Engagement in Disaster Response and Recovery”. The Annual Meeting of the Safeguard Iowa Partnership was held at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny, IA on October 12, 2022. This year's guest speakers included Justin Parker, Deputy Director/Senior Intelligence Analyst with the Iowa Department of Public Safety, Division of Intelligence and Fusion Center and Sara Henry, the FEMA Region 7, Private Sector Liaison. Thanks to our speakers, sponsors and all who were able to attend.
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As a non-profit corporation, the Safeguard Iowa Partnership could not continue its critical mission without the generosity of Iowa businesses, private donors, and government partners. If you’d like to provide financial assistance to their on-going efforts, please go to www.safeguardiowa.org/donate to donate.
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PreparednessServices within the preparedness program have a goal to increase prevention and preparedness plans throughout organizations. Business Emergency GuidesThis guide will provide steps to respond safely to many different types of emergencies. Take 5 Business Continuity ScenariosQuick business continuity discussion topics to engage employees and colleagues on your company's plan(s).
| responseTraining, education and exercises make up a majority of our response program. Emergency Operations Center LiaisonsPrivate-sector representative within local and state emergency operations centers to provide situational awareness and resources support.
Information SharingProviding updates to our Partners from local, state, regional and federal partners prior, during and after disaster impacting Iowa businesses and communities. | recoveryResources to assist with the recovery from a disaster that affects your business or organization. Disaster Resources
Providing resources that are available to assist in the recovery efforts. Business Damage SurveyOnline survey to capture disaster impacts to the business community following a disaster.
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Upcoming eventsLearn more and register for upcoming trainings offered by Safeguard Iowa Partnership or one of our Partners GO TO CALENDAR VIEW
| What's NewSafeguard Iowa Partnership Appoints New Executive Director On November 14, 2022, the Board of Directors of the Safeguard Iowa Partnership selected retired federal agent and Iowa Army National Guard Colonel Jay Knox as the new Executive Director of the Safeguard Iowa Partnership. Curt Sullivan, Safeguard Iowa Partnership Chairperson said, “We are very excited to have Jay onboard. He has a decorated military service, extensive public safety background and service-driven mindset that will serve our mission very well. The focus over the coming months will be to engage both public and private sector partners, enhance existing relationships and expand on new opportunities.” The Safeguard Iowa Partnership is a non-profit 501 (c)(3) corporation that began in 2007 as a coalition of the state's business and government leaders, who shared a commitment to strengthen the capacity of the state to prevent, prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters through the collaboration of private sector business and public sector agencies. The Partnership empowers businesses to integrate business resources, expertise, and plans with those of government during all stages of disaster management. Safeguard Iowa assists in the development of all-hazard plans to pool resources and information, coordinate response and recovery efforts, and share training and exercise opportunities. Safeguard Iowa currently has over 1200 members and coordinating partners across the state of Iowa . Read Executive Director Knox's Bio Here SIP Executive Director Jay Knox
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