It is crucial to look at all types of actions when developing your plan. Some will move forward, and others that will not. Use this worksheet to capture all your ideas. Even if you do not select an action for implementation, it is still important to document. This way, it is still in the plan and can be referenced later, if needed.
Below are some categories you can use to analyze each action. This will help you determine if you want to select it to carry out. If you do, you can use the Mitigation Action Implementation Worksheet to provide more details about the action.
Life and Safety
- What impact will the project have on businesses, residences, and properties in the planning area?
- Will the project proactively reduce natural hazard risk?
Administrative/Technical Assistance
- Is there sufficient staff to implement the project?
- Is training required for the staff to implement the project?
- Is there political support for the project?
- Does the community have the legal authority to do the project
Project Cost and Economic Factors
- What is the cost of the project?
- Does the community have the funds for the project on the whole or the local match?
Support for Community Objectives
- Does the action advance other objectives or plans, like the capital improvement, economic development, environmental quality, or open space preservation?
Equity
- Will the action adversely affect underserved and socially vulnerable populations?
- Does the action build resilience for underserved and socially vulnerable populations?
| Action | Analysis (Describe overall feasibility based on general benefits, costs, and any other criteria) |
Selected for Implementation? (Yes/No) |
|---|---|---|
| Local Plans and Regulations (Government authorities, policies, or codes that influence the way land and buildings are developed and maintained) | ||
| EXAMPLE: Hazard County will update its building codes to account for stronger winds. | Updating the building codes is low-cost and very effective. It may be politically sensitive. | Yes |
| Structure and Infrastructure Projects (Projects that modify existing infrastructure to remove it from a hazard area or construct new structures to reduce impacts of hazards) | ||
| EXAMPLE: Hazard County will construct a storm shelter at the fairgrounds. | There is no storm shelter in the county. It is expensive, but the public and county commission want and need it. | Yes |
| Natural Systems Protection (Actions that minimize damage and losses by preserving or restoring the functions of natural systems) | ||
| EXAMPLE: Hazard County will restore the wetland near the river to help with flooding. | Restoring the wetlands near the river will help with flooding and restore natural habitats. This is a lengthy process and will need several phases to complete. | Yes |
| Education and Awareness Programs (Sustained programs to educate the public and decision makers about hazard risks and community mitigation programs) | ||
| EXAMPLE: Hazard County will add a section to the monthly newsletter on seasonal hazards. | The monthly newsletter already exists and reaches a much of the population. It is easy to produce. It does not reach those without internet access, though. | Yes |