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Instructions
As an emergency manager, one of your major duties will be to research and apply for grant monies in order to fund various tasks and activities. This course project serves as a final examination and a learning experience. Your project is broken into 5 parts. Your Course Project Final Submission, due Week 8, should be a cumulative document containing Parts A through D plus the “Investment Impact” and “Pre-Existing Planning” sections, as described below. Your Course Project Final Submission should be a single, integrated paper. Please make sure that you adjust each section according to the comments I made when you submitted them individually before submitting the final version.
Course Project Final Submission
You are writing a grant proposal for the FEMA FY 2009 Emergency Operations Center Grant Program as found at
FY09
EOC Guidance
. Information on the grant is also found in the course documents. You have been tasked with submitting this with no assigned assistance. The information gained from parts A – D will assist your work. You think that eight weeks is not enough time for something like this but often federal grants open and close in an even shorter period of time. I am providing a submission document for your guidance in the course documents that is highly simplified from the normal federal documents. The grant documents that FEMA sent out are also included so you can see that they are in a new form of English. The course documents will be far easier for you to work on.
The sections of the grant that you will work on for the finishing touches of your Course Project Final Submission are as follows:
I. Investment Impact
Describe how the project efficiently enhances EOC capabilities in a response.
Page Limit: Not to exceed a ½ page response
Instructions:
Describe how the project will enhance emergency management capabilities for the State, local, or tribal applicant
Describe how the project will accomplish this in a cost effective manner
II. Pre-Existing Planning
Describe any pre-existing planning efforts that have been conducted for this investment.
Response Type Narrative
Page Limit Not to exceed ½ page response
Instructions
Description of any pre-existing planning that has taken place relative to the deficiencies noted in the facility assessment, including:
Architectural plans developed
Permits in Place
Description of any pre-existing planning that has taken place relative to the proposed project
Description of hazard-resistance design guidance utilized as part of the pre-existing planning, such as but not limited to
FEMA 426/452 for identifying and mitigating man-made and terrorist threats
FEMA 361 and FEMA 543 for identifying and mitigating flood and wind hazards
FEMA 310 (ASCE 31) and FEMA 356 for identifying and mitigating seismic hazards
Description of any current activities that have taken place relative to rectifying the identified deficiencies or needs identified in the assessment
Course Project: EOC Grant Outline
Part A
Community Description
Name of Locality
MacDill air force base community, located eight miles south of Tampa, Florida.
Complete Description of Location and Boundaries
This community is located in Tampa, Florida on the Southwestern tip of the Inter Bay Peninsula in Hillsborough County, Florida. Tampa bay north is also surrounded by the MacDill air force base community. It is a seven-county region which means a huge community diversity. The location is also called Tampa bay. The population of this area is around 6 thousand. Diversity of communities is found on Florida’s west coast because of the Hernando, Pasco, Sarasota, Polk, Hillsborough, and manatee surrounding counties. Other neighboring communities such as St. Petersburg, Riverview, Gibson ton, and Apollo beach are also present and are military friendly and full of diverse cultures.
Main Community Mission
Through the National Defense Act of 1935, the Base along with seven other installations was planned. At this time, the military actions of the Soviet Union, Japan, and Germany, Japan threatened the world democracies. The land was acquired and the first contingents of the Army Corps of Engineers in 1939. The site was cleared by the workers of the Projects Administration. In the beginning, defending the Caribbean Region was the primary mission of MacDill. However, later, the Base’s primary mission became one of training replacement units. During Operation Desert Shield/Storm, MacDill also served as the logistical point of command.
Today, the mission of the MacDill AFB is to project air-refueling power. This is done anywhere in the world. It is an Air Mobility Command and four groups are organized to carry out a two-fold mission of airlift and air refueling. Two Unified Commands based at MacDill are supported by this community. Other than 51 tenant units, MacDill is home to the United States Central Command and United States Special Operations Command.
Part B
Community Topography and Climate
Climate and Weather Conditions:
The summers are hot, oppressive, and long at MacDill Air Force Base. The summers are usually cloudy. Whereas the winters are partly cloudy, short, windy, and cool. However, the temperature typically varies over the year. It varies from 11 ℃ to 34℃. It is rarely below 3℃ and or above 34℃.
For 4.8 months, the hot season lasts that is from May 13 to October 8. During this hot season, 30℃ is the average daily high temperature. July is the hottest month of the year at MacDill Air Force Base. And in July 32℃ is the average high. On the other hand, the winter season is short and lasts for 2 months. In this season, 23℃ or below 23℃ is the daily average high temperature. At MacDill Air Force Base, January is the coldest month of the year with an average temperature of 11℃ (Florida & States, 2022).
Community Topography:
This community is located in the Gulf Coastal Plains region. Clay layers in this area are thick and range up to 40 feet thick while the sands range from 5-20 feet thick. On the eastern side of the base, the surficial layer is very thin or even absent. The second deepest layer ranges from 250 to 500 feet thick and is composed of Tampa and Suwannee Limestone.
When we look at the Florida Gulf Coast, we observe the sea-level changes. Because of the accelerating climate change, changes in the sea and ocean have taken place. Some of the archeological sites have drowned due to these sea-level changes. Many inland sites have now appeared closer to the coast as a result of the rising sea level.
Today not just MacDill Air Force Base but the entire Tampa, Florida is at risk of flood risks and has always suffered floods because of the rising seas. People living in this area are facing challenges. In the future, due to changes in climatic conditions, the sea level will rise more and it will cause more challenges. Each year, communities in the United States face flood challenges and these calamities destroy livelihood and lives.
Population and Demographics
At MacDill Air force Base, there are 6,137 residents. Statistics show that these residents have a median age of 29. Currently, the female population is 3,231, while the male population is 2,901. The female population is higher (52.65%) than the male population (47.37 %). The region has a population of both US-born citizens and non-US-born citizens. The non-U.S-born citizens make up 10.36%., while US-born citizens make up 83.35%. Overall, the population of Tampa Bay is around 3 million (States et al., n.d.).
The population at Risk/ Vulnerable populations:
MacDill Air force Base community is on 5767 acres, at the tip of the peninsula. When it was founded, the developers did not think of the rising sea level or sustainability or any other thing because at that time there were no climate or environmental issues. However, today the community of the area is concerned because they are vulnerable to rising sea levels. They are at risk of flooding from tropical storms and hurricanes. The infrastructure and lives are at risk and the threats of the floods are real. The neighboring regions may also face these challenges (Feed et al., 2022).
Running head: PART C 1
PART C 2
Part C
Iliana Martinez
EDMG498
American Military University
24 April 2022
Community Threats and Threat Groups
Hazards, Threats, Risks, and Threat Groups:
Florida is facing huge modern-day hazards, and scientists, political groups, and ecological assemblies are working to secure the area from environmental effects. Research is conducted and enlisted seven environmental hazards which Florida is facing. Along with these potential environmental threats, solutions are also mentioned. Some of the solutions can help in tackling the situation, while others will just postpone the unavoidable circumstances Florida will have to face in the future. However, doing something is always better than doing nothing. The upsurge of Sea Level:- According to some sources, Florida is drowning, and in the next thirty years, the sea level may rise up to 31 inches. It is estimated that nearly 120,000 properties near may drown by the next thirty years in the sea. Water uncleanness:- The salt seawater is soaking inland and infecting drinking water. In addition to this, toxic wastage of the sugar industry and farming has further made the situation worst. The situation is being tackled by the inflow of freshwater by a storage plant to control the salinity. Flora, fauna, and Habitat loss:- Climate change is destroying the wildlife of Florida. More than 12,000 species have lost half of their natural habitat. There are debates undergoing to relocate the displaced species to other places. Cyclones:- Hurricanes and cyclones are one of the worst climate threats to Florida. They have repeatedly caused the loss of billions of dollars of property. Environmental changes have further made Florida susceptible to cyclones. Very few efforts have been found helpful in tackling the issue. There are, however, efforts to change the building structure to minimize the loss caused due to tornadoes and cyclones. Climate Refurbishment:- Due to extreme climate impact, the land at a high level is going beyond the reach of poor or middle-class communities. This has persuaded locals to bring legal action who believe their rights have been compromised. This can be solved by providing locals good working environment and facilitating their lives.
Targets/ Vulnerable Populations:
Poor and middle-class communities are most vulnerable to these environmental hazards as the land at high levels in Florida is becoming more and more costly with the passage of time, and the poor local community is not able to cope with the situation. Politics:- One of the most important facts that have caused affected the area is politics. Politicians here prefer industry over the environment, which is the cause of much loss to the climate of Florida. People don’t have enough resources to protect themselves from natural disasters. Their sources are less money, and shelter is not provided to the affected communities at immediate effects.
References
Feed, N., Posts, N., White, D. A. L., Staff, P., & Thu, P. (2022). Rising Sea Levels Pose Major Threat To MacDill Air Force Base. 1–7.
Florida, F., & States, U. (2022). Climate and Average Weather Year Round at Macdill Air Force Average Temperature at Macdill Air Force Base , Fl . 2022, 1–18.
Info, M. C., & Living, C. O. F. (n.d.). MacDill AFB In-depth Overview. 1–9.
States, U., County, H., Airforce, M., Demographics, B., Population, T., Population, M., Population, F., Age, M., & Citizen, N. (n.d.). Macdill Airforce Base Demographics What is the population of Macdill Airforce Base ? 4–11.
Running Head: PART D 1
PART D 4
Review of the Community A’s Key Resources & Critical Infrastructure
Iliana Martinez
Senior Seminar in Emergency & Disaster Management
American Military University
May 3, 2022
A thorough needs assessment of a particular community assists one in identifying key resources and critical infrastructures of the development context in question. In the context of grant application processes, it is important that all stakeholders are apprised of the exact nature and number of organizational resources available to the applicant, as this allows the project designers to more effectively and strategically formulate project strategies and modalities.
IT infrastructure: According to the Global Tampa Bay (Infrastructure | Global Tampa Bay, 2022), the Tampa region houses over digital switching centers as well as an Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN). Tampa Bay also has access to a fiber-optic network for both private and commercial purposes, as well as an impressive number of certified LAN installers. These measures ensure the community’s access to quality internet access – therefore, ensuring that a highly digitized economy and society is able to effectively meet its needs for IT-based services.
Port Infrastructure: Tampa is home to the largest port facility in the state of Florida. Covering an area of 5,000 acres, the Port is an infrastructure in the Tampa Bay trade route connecting America to Latin America. Moreover, by connecting the Port to the railroad network (CSX network), the Port is able to connect the region to other parts of the country. This infrastructure composed of docks, terminals, and road routes plays an essential role in transporting essential trade supplies in general and transporting emergency supplies during, say, a natural disaster.
Transport infrastructure: Thanks to a well-developed road/rail infrastructure, the Tampa region is connected with individuals and companies across the country through interstate transport (road) routes such as the I-4 and I-275, as well as the CSX-established railroad tracks which connect the Tampa region in Florida to the main U.S rail system. This extensive road and rail infrastructure allows the region’s economy to have access to a transport system that allows goods, products, and services to be distributed across the country.
Energy Infrastructure: Providers of electric energy help ensure that the energy needs of local communities and industries are adequately met. Within the Tampa region, Tampa Electric has been taking the lead in supplying electricity to the local population – with a capacity of 4400 megawatts at present. Other electric and gas produces such as the Clean-water Gas System =, Withlacoochee River Eclectic Cooperative, Duke Energy, and TECO People gas have collectively contributed to a steady supply of energy-based utilities and amenities to the local resident of the TAMPA region.
Stormwater Infrastructure: On account of its susceptibility to hydrometeorological disasters (such as storms), it is important to identify the level or type of infrastructure available for the management of stormwater. According to the Tampa Government’s official (Infrastructure Summary Data, 2022), the region has 34 miles of box culverts, 188 miles of ditches, 26,857 inlets/manholes, 905 major outfalls, 525 miles of gravity pipes, and 43 stormceptor baffle boxes. This overall storm-related infrastructure plays a key role in building the region’s climate resilience.
A review like this is particularly necessary and desirable in the context of those regions, communities, or economies that have the least amount of access to resources and critical infrastructure facilities at their disposal.
References
Infrastructure | Global Tampa Bay. (2022). Retrieved 1 May 2022, from https://www.globaltampabay.com/invest-in-tampa-bay/iv-infrastructure.php
Infrastructure Summary Data. (2022). Retrieved 1 May 2022, from https://www.tampa.gov/infrastructure-summary-data
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School of Security and Global Studies
Senior Seminar in Emergency and Disaster Management
EDMG 498
Course Project: EOC Grant Outline
Student Name:
Course Section:
Name of Locality:
Part A
Community Description
Name of Locality:
[ List the community’s name and state. Your community should be a political subdivision such as a county, parish, or large city.]
Complete Description of Location and Boundaries: [Completely describe the location and boundaries of your community. Make these as clear as possible and identifiable on a map. Include a map, or maps, of your community, and caption your map(s) properly.]
Main Community Mission:
[ Main reason for being a community- Why does the community exist? Detail the reason for being a community, its “raison d’etre”, e.g., Manufacturing, Agriculture, Tourism, Services, ‘Bedroom Community’ for nearby metropolis, Higher Education, etc.]
Secondary Community Mission(s):
[ Other reasons for being a community- Why does that community exist? Detail the secondary reason(s) for being a community, e.g., Manufacturing, Agriculture, Tourism, Services, ‘Bedroom Community’ for nearby metropolis, Higher Education, etc.]
Part B
Community Topography and Climate
Climate and Weather Conditions:
[ What is the climate and weather found in your community? What serious climate or weather conditions may present hazards?]
Community Topography:
[ Describe the Topography of your community. Include anything that might be a particular hazard.]
Community Population and Demographics
Population and Demographics:
[What is the population, and what are the demographics of that population, in your community?]
Population at Risk/ Vulnerable populations:
[What groups are at risk from, or
vulnerable to, hazards, threats, or threat groups in your community? Why or how are
these groups at risk? Think “all-hazards” when contemplating threats.]
Part C
Community Threats and Threat Groups
Hazards, Threats, Risks and Threat Groups:
[What are the hazards, threats and threat groups which you see as potential problems for your community? Use an all-hazards approach]
Targets/ Vulnerable Populations:
[What are the groups or population segments that these threats might target or harm? What vulnerable populations exist within the community? Again, remember to use an all-hazards approach]
Part D
Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources (CIKR)
Identify Community Vulnerable Critical Infrastructure:
[Review your Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources and choose five or more as priorities for protection and mitigation. List your choices and include the reasoning for each choice; address their attributes, value to the community, and their vulnerabilities.]
Conclusion
Investment Impact
[ Describe how the project efficiently enhances EOC capabilities in a response.
Page Limit: Not to exceed a ½ page response
Instructions:
Describe how the project will enhance emergency management capabilities for the State, local, or tribal applicant
Describe how the project will accomplish this in a cost- effective manner ]
Pre-Existing Planning
[ Describe any pre-existing planning efforts that have been conducted for this investment.
Response Type Narrative
Page Limit Not to exceed ½ page response
Instructions
Description of any pre-existing planning that has taken place relative to the deficiencies noted in the facility assessment, including:
Architectural plans developed
Permits in Place
Description of any pre-existing planning that has taken place relative to the proposed project
Description of hazard-resistance design guidance utilized as part of the pre-existing planning, such as but not limited to
FEMA 426/452 for identifying and mitigating man-made and terrorist threats
FEMA 361 and FEMA 543 for identifying and mitigating flood and wind hazards
FEMA 310 (ASCE 31) and FEMA 356 for identifying and mitigating seismic hazards
Description of any current activities that have taken place relative to rectifying the identified deficiencies or needs identified in the assessment]
References
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