What's happening
This resolution urges Governor Cuomo to declare May 6-12, 2018, as Hurricane Preparedness Week in New York State.
Why it matters
Highlights recent and severe hurricane impacts. in New York, such as Irene and Sandy, underscoring the state’s ongoing vulnerability and the high cost—in lives and property—of inadequate preparedness.
Emphasizes the importance of coordinated planning. between public and private sectors, local jurisdictions, and emergency management offices, suggesting that preparedness efforts require broad collaboration.
Aims to boost public awareness and education. about hurricane risks (like storm surge and flooding), which can help residents make informed decisions and reduce harm during hurricane season.
Aligns state efforts with national initiatives. , leveraging National Hurricane Preparedness Week to maximize attention and resources for readiness activities and community engagement.
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Declare Hurricane Preparedness Week
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Sponsors
1 Co-sponsor
History
- Adopted
- Reported to calendar for consideration
- Referred to finance
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Senate Resolution No. 4944 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 6-12, 2018, as Hurricane Preparedness Week in the State of New York WHEREAS, Hurricane season officially begins on June 1st and ends on November 30th; and… Show allHide
Senate Resolution No. 4944 BY: Senator PARKER MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 6-12, 2018, as Hurricane Preparedness Week in the State of New York WHEREAS, Hurricane season officially begins on June 1st and ends on November 30th; and WHEREAS, The 127 miles of New York coastline along the Atlantic Ocean are most vulnerable during the months of August, September, October, and November; and WHEREAS, The devastating impact of hurricanes have taken a financial, physical and emotional toll on the citizenry of New York State in recent years; and WHEREAS, On August 21, 2011, Hurricane Irene tragically made landfall in the State of New York, causing over $296 million in damages and 10 fatalities; and WHEREAS, On October 27, 2012, one of the darkest times in our State's history, Hurricane Sandy made landfall in the State of New York, causing over $18 billion in damages and 53 fatalities; and WHEREAS, Both public and private entities have worked to develop emergency response and recovery plans in accordance with local jurisdictions and local emergency management offices to protect our State's communities and constituency; and WHEREAS, The best defense is preparedness and public education about the dangers of high winds, storm surge, and flooding that may occur in conjunction with a hurricane; and WHEREAS, The National Weather Service has designated the week of May
6, 2018, as National Hurricane Preparedness Week; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim May 6-12, 2018, as Hurricane Preparedness Week in the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of New York.
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