Representatives sought for emergency management committee

GEELONG residents with links to community groups are being sought to volunteer their time as a representative on the Greater Geelong Emergency Management Planning Committee (MEMPC).

The Greater Geelong MEMPC is on the lookout for two locals with connections to community service clubs and groups, multicultural groups/leaders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders/Leaders and or business, retail, tourism, agriculture and farming.

A MEMPC committee is established in every Local Government Area (LGA) in Victoria and is tasked with planning for risk mitigation and response to emergencies.

The committee also review and update the Municipal Emergency Management Plan (MEMP) and associated sub-plans.

The Greater Geelong MEMPC presently comprises of representatives from emergency response agencies such as Victoria Police, the CFA/FRV, Vic SES, the Department of Families Fairness and Housing, Department of Health and recovery organisations like Emergency Recovery Victoria, Red Cross and Victorian Council of Churches.

City of Greater Geelong mayor Trent Sullivan urged residents to consider the vital role they could play on the committee.

“There are many people across our region with the knowledge, experience and community connections relevant to providing a valuable contribution in this space.

“I encourage anyone who has ongoing connections with the community and has a passion for the protection and wellbeing of our community, to strongly consider stepping up and expressing their interest to join the committee.”

Deputy mayor Anthony Aitken said securing one of the two available spots would be a valuable way for a Greater Geelong resident to benefit their local community.

Expressions of interest will be assessed against demonstrated experience in community engagement and involvement, knowledge of broader emergency management, ability to network and involvement in local committees.

The committee position will be for a set term of two years.

To apply, head to Expression of Interest – Municipal Emergency Management Planning Committee on the City of Greater Geelong’s website.

Expressions of Interest close at 5pm, September 29.