<div class="chunk-title">Sec. 10-27. - Duties and responsibilities of the chief emergency manager.</div>
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               (a)
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               The chief emergency manager shall be responsible for the organization, administration
               and operation of the emergency management agency, subject to the direction and control
               by the director of the office of emergency services. The chief emergency manager shall
               coordinate the activities, services and programs for emergency management and disaster
               response and recovery within Durham County and shall maintain liaison with the state
               and federal authorities and the authorities of nearby political subdivisions so as
               to insure the most effective operation and implementation of the emergency management
               plans.
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               (b)
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               The chief emergency manager's duties shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
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               (1)
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               Manage a comprehensive emergency management program for Durham County pursuant to
               G.S. Ch. 166A, including, but not limited to, elements addressing prevention, protection,
               mitigation, response, and recovery from emergencies.
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               (2)
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               Compel and coordinate the activity of all other public and private agencies engaged
               in any emergency management activities within the city and County of Durham.
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               (3)
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               Through public informational programs, educating the populace as to actions necessary
               and required for the protection of their persons and property in case of enemy attack,
               terrorism, or disaster, either impending or present.
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               (4)
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               Manage exercises to ensure the efficient operation of the emergency management forces
               and to familiarize residents, businesses, educational institutions, and partner agencies
               with emergency management regulations, procedures and operations.
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               (5)
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               Monitor and advise the manager of any and all threats, emergencies or disasters that
               pose a risk to the lives and safety of the residents of Durham County, proposing solutions
               for their decision on how best to protect people and property from imminent danger,
               or from further damage.
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               (6)
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               Procure supplies and equipment, institute training programs, public preparedness information
               and education programs, manage and coordinate disaster drills and exercises in accordance
               with county-wide emergency plans.
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               (7)
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               Manage the Durham County Emergency Operations Center as the central coordinating entity
               during emergencies or disasters.
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               (Ord. of 3-27-20(1), Â§ 2)
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