REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
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Proclamation of September 2025 as National Preparedness Month
Report
BACKGROUND
National Preparedness Month was launched in 2004 as part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) sponsored Ready Campaign in an effort to strengthen our country's preparedness capabilities. The national preparedness architecture encompasses prevention, protection, response, and recovery efforts to prepare the United States for all hazards, whether terrorist attacks or natural disasters.
Since September 11, 2001, the U.S. Government has taken steps to encourage all citizens to make their own safety preparations. September was chosen as National Preparedness Month, as the tragedies of September 11, 2001, highlighted to the nation the importance of being prepared.
Since its inception, National Preparedness Month has encouraged individuals, families, and communities to take part in practicing preparedness, having knowledge about various emergencies that may affect them, and taking steps and getting trained in preparedness and response efforts.
DISCUSSION
National Preparedness Month falls in September each year and emphasizes the need for each community in our nation to be prepared. This year's National Preparedness Month theme is "Preparedness Starts at Home." Our City recognizes the need for everyone in the community to remain prepared for all disasters, such as earthquakes, floods, and the potential for a Public Safety Power Shutoff due to wildland fires.
The City of Santa Clara is committed to supporting National Preparedness Month, realizing the importance of being prepared for all hazards. For more information, visit the City of Santa Clara Emergency Preparedness Resources website located at SantaClaraCA.gov/OEM and register for Alert SCC, Santa Clara County's emergency alert and warning system. Residents are also encouraged to download the MyShake App to receive earthquake early warning notifications.
City Council would like to recog...
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