City Council

CC 12. Approval of Update to the City of Lancaster Emergency Operations Plan AMENDED – REGULAR MEETING AGENDA – TUESDAY, 04/08/2025 Recommendation(s): Adopt Resolution No._____, approving the updated City of Lancaster Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) and authorizing its implementation. The updated EOP was developed in collaboration with City departments, emergency response agencies, and community stakeholders, and aligns with the City’s Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) to ensure a comprehensive approach to disaster resilience. Further, direct the mayor to sign the EOP Promulgation Letter, affirming the City’s adoption and commitment to the plan’s execution, as well as the Concurrence Page, signifying the City’s agreement to coordinate response efforts with regional, state, and federal partners. The current City of Lancaster’s EOP was created and approved in 2011. This update provides the framework for coordinated response and recovery efforts during emergencies and disasters. Periodic updates are necessary to ensure alignment with state and federal regulations, including the Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS), the National Incident Management System (NIMS), guidance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES).