HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 2026-18KENAI
CITY OF KENAI
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-18
Sponsored by: Administration
A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A SITE -SPECIFIC EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN AND
CONTINUITY OF OPERATIONS PLAN FOR THE KENAI SENIOR CENTER AND INCORPORATING
THESE PLANS INTO THE CITY OF KENAI EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN.
WHEREAS, the Kenai Senior Center received a grant from the State of Alaska, Department of Health
and Social Services, Division of Senior and Disabilities Services to provide Title III Emergency Planning
and Preparedness services; and,
WHEREAS, grant funds were used for professional services to develop a site -specific Emergency
Operations Plan (EOP) and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) for the Kenai Senior Center; and,
WHEREAS, the City's Emergency Operations Plan is an all -hazard, all-risk plan based on the National
Incident Management System for comprehensive management of disaster mitigation, preparedness,
response, and recovery; and,
WHEREAS, the development of a site -specific Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations
Plan for the Kenai Senior Center enhances the City's ability to protect vulnerable populations and
maintain critical services during emergencies; and,
WHEREAS, the Council on Aging Commission reviewed the plans and at its meeting on April 9, 2026,
and recommended the EOP and COOP be adopted as an addendum to the City of Kenai Emergency
Operations Plan; and,
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the City of Kenai to incorporate the Kenai Senior Center site -
specific Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) into the City of
Kenai Emergency Operations Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENAI, ALASKA:
Section 1. The Kenai Senior Center Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and Continuity of Operations
Plan (COOP) shall be incorporated as supporting documents within the City of Kenai Emergency
Operations Plan.
Section 2. That this Resolution takes effect immediately upon passage.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor Knackstedt and Council Members
THROUGH: Terry Eubank, City Manager
FROM: Kathy Romain, Senior Center Director
DATE: April 9, 2026
SUBJECT: Resolution 2026-18 - Accepting a Site -Specific Emergency Operations Plan
and Continuity of Operations Plan for the Kenai Senior Center and
Incorporating These Plans into the City of Kenai Emergency Operations
Plan.
The attached resolution requests City Council approval to incorporate the Kenai Senior Center's
site -specific Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) into
the City of Kenai Emergency Operations Plan as supporting documents.
These plans were developed through a State of Alaska grant to strengthen emergency
preparedness and ensure continuity of essential services for seniors, a particularly vulnerable
population during emergencies. The plans align with the City's all -hazards approach and the
National Incident Management System (NIMS), and they provide detailed, site -specific guidance
to support coordinated response and recovery efforts.
The Council on Aging Commission reviewed the plans at its April 9, 2026, meeting and
recommended their adoption. Incorporating these documents into the City's Emergency
Operations Plan will enhance overall preparedness, improve response capabilities, and help
ensure continuity of critical services at the Kenai Senior Center.
Thank you for your consideration