Clinton Co. EMA

The Clinton County Emergency Management Agency was created on 9 December 1989 by a joint countywide agreement amongst the County Commissioners, the eight municipal councils, and the thirteen boards of township trustees. The purpose of the agency is to coordinate civil defense activities, disaster preparedness plans, emergency response communications, and the management of resources needed during disaster situations.

Funding for EMA comes from all twenty-two political subdivisions within Clinton County based on a per capita basis.  The Federal Government provides reimbursement funding for all administrative costs up to 50% via the Emergency Management Program Grant (EMPG).

EMA enables local jurisdictions and residents in planning for, preparing for, preventing, mitigating the effects of, responding to, and recovering from local disasters, whether natural or man-made, including acts of terror.

EMA conducts various public awareness campaigns with local organizations and schools to promote safety in the home, school, and workplace.  The agency also works with the area businesses to develop safety plans for both the employee and the customer.