City Seeks Public Input on Updated Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

The City of Pasadena has launched a comprehensive initiative to update its Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP), seeking community feedback on strategies to reduce disaster impacts.

The document outlines the city’s long-term strategy to eliminate risk to human life, property, and infrastructure from future disasters, with updates mandated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) every five years.

Federal regulations require stakeholders and public involvement in the plan’s development, prompting officials to deploy a multilingual outreach campaign through multiple platforms for resident input.

“Community input is an important part in ensuring our community is resilient after a disaster strikes,” said Nallely Procopio, Pasadena Emergency Services Manager, who oversees the public consultation process.

The LHMP identifies potential hazards, assesses City capabilities for implementing mitigation projects, analyzes risks to people and facilities, and develops strategies to reduce disaster impacts.

Officials will distribute information through the City website, social media, press releases, City Hall, public libraries, and ultimately present the plan at a City Council meeting.

To ensure broad participation, the City will make all materials available in English, Spanish and Chinese, with additional language accommodations available upon request.

Residents can participate through an online Hazard Mitigation Survey or attend Public Outreach Workshops, maintaining Pasadena’s eligibility for federal mitigation funding.

To access the Hazard Mitigation Survey, go to this link: City of Pasadena 2024 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Survey.

For more information, community members can contact Emergency Services Manager Procopio directly at PreparedPasadena@CityOfPasadena.net.