HomeMy WebLinkAboutRESOLUTIONS - 04151986 - 86-198 THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Adopted this Order on April 15, 1986 , by the following vote:
AYES: Supervisors Fanden, Schroder, Torlakson, McPeak
NOES: None
ABSENT: Supervisor Powers
ABSTAIN: None
RESOLUTION NO. 86/198
SUBJECT: EARTHQUAKE PREPAREDNESS WEEK APRIL 14-18, 1986
WHEREAS, the earthquake in Mexico showed us that we are experiencing a
period of increased seismic activity which is likely to produce more
earthquakes of damaging intensities in the future; and
WHEREAS, our county is situated on four known faults and has experienced
moderate to severe shaking in the past, and
WHEREAS, this area is likely to continue to experience earthquakes of
damaging intensities in the future; and
WHEREAS, emergency preparedness measures taken by this community before,
during, and after a damaging earthquake can reduce loss of life, damage to
property, ease fears, and lessen confusion; and
WHEREAS, with the assistance of the Governor's Office of Emergency
Services, volunteer agencies, private businesses, and the federal
government, the Contra Costa County Office of Emergency Services will
prepare and disseminate materials to inform and educate Contra Costa
County employees and residents about earthquake preparedness efforts
during the week of April 14-18 and throughout the year:
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the week of April 14-18, 1986 is hereby
proclaimed Earthquake Preparedness Week, and all residents are urged to
obtain information on what to do before, during and after an earthquake to
reduce injuries, loss of life, and property damage; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that County Departments are directed to assist the
Office of Emergency Services in its efforts to educate County employees
and residents during this special week and that each incorporated city in
Contra Costa County is urged to join the County in proclaiming April
14-18, Earthquake Preparedness Week.
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hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of
an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervis'olrs•onthedate shown.
ATTESTED:
PEAL BATCFiELOR, Clerk of the Board
of Supervisors and County Administrator
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By , DC-PiAy
\ RESOLUTION NO. 86/198