1) Outline Disaster Preparedness Plan at Neighborhood Association Meeting A. Include Outline in Neighborhood Newsletter B. Overview from Community Cert Leader

(2)Developed and dissimulated a community disaster preparedness survey

A.Identify vulnerable members of the community (Elderly, Disabled ) that might need special assistance

1.Forward information to first responders for immediate contact during preparation time

2.Keep database of information for secondary follow-up

3.Encourage development of emergency communication "points of contacts-telephone numbers, emails, addresses, photos, fingerprint—(refers to the community) encourage them to have this photos, fingerprint descriptions of themselves placed with multiple points of contact: family, friends, pastors,, church friends who would be concerned about them. Additionally, for vulnerable populations encourage them to allow first responders and community data to have access to have multiple points of contact information which includes telephone numbers, emails addresses, regular address.

This process is to provide an additional level of contact and communication with and for the vulnerable group.

We are still working on database—but our thought is a simple software based system since it will only be utilized during times of emergency. We are considering Access or File manager Pro.

We are not anticipating any HIPPA issues because only general medical information would be shared with or through us. Our information is for communication purposes only. Our goal is to identify along with any special need -this information would be referred to first responders. Our files would be an additional target point going back to first responders to insurer.

B. Encourage development of Family Emergency Preparedness Plan

1. Specific emphasis on emergency communication points of contacts-telephone numbers, emails, addresses, photos, fingerprints

2. Transportation Plan

(2) Day of Disaster Preparation

A. Invite and introduce First Responders to Community at Large

B. Encourage dialogue between Responders and Community Members

C. Provide Community with written material, supplies and resources for advance preparation

D. Include Insurance agent in seminar series and make available resources to take pictures of valuables and record household valuables.

(3) Day of Caring continue Disaster Preparation Emphasis

A. Downloaded City of Charleston Disaster Preparation Plan from the website

B. Cost for reproduction and binding was donated

C. Partner with the local Fire Department for door to door distribution of manuals.

D. Fire Department combined manual distribution with smoke detector check and distribution

(4) Youth Engagement

A. Video Interview with First Responders during Day of Preparation Event

B. Promote and schedule photographing and filming valuables for insurance purpose

C. Canvas neighborhood to interview and document homeowners about disaster experiences from Before Hugo-After Katrina-"What have we learned?"

D. Research and edit film and outline format

E. Recruit community youth engagement through social networking websites

Is was a new idea The 2005 Hurricane Season the unlearned lessons from Hugo and the potential of a New Orleans experience in our community There was very little funding or cost associated with initiative. We didn't have any money to work with our largest cost was the insurance for the vacant building used. We utilized all community resources.

5.There were no barriers involved but the largest hurdle was the communication issue.

6. Looking back at the process, I think a better communication plan and a publicity budget would have made the process a lot better. Our community is low to moderate income. Technology and Newspaper are not majority method of communication. We had to interpose more face to face, telephone, flyer and sign usage then what maybe needed in more affluent communities.

7. (1) The PINKHOUSE Neighborhood Resource Center- Volunteers and Staff. VISTA Member and Youth Program Participants Renae Smack, PINK HOUSE VISTA Community Liaison coordinated with all Day of Disaster Preparation Participants, Youth Program Participants distributed surveys, flyers and created banners. Ms. Nancy Snow, Vice President Neighborhood Association developed the community survey; Mr. Russell Stillwagon-West Ashley CERT Coordinator conducted Neighborhood Association workshops and wrote articles for newsletter; Host of City First Responders; Association Member donated 550 bound copies of the disaster preparedness manual from the city's website; Local business manager donated the money to pay for the insurance coverage needed on the building for liability purpose.

8. If you promote Youth Engagement Strategies you would need a digitalCamera, Camcorder, computer with multimedia ability;

9. Conscious Consistent Community Communication and Contact) Also, at least one point of discussion based on age preferred method of communication from our experience

Seniors-Neighborhood Association Meetings and Newsletter

Middle Age-Door to Door and Mailed Information

Upcoming-Special Event

Youth-Digital Media

Again, the hit among all ages at the Event was riding on the fire truck and blowing the horn

10. Develop a comprehensive publicity plan

1. Conduct a series of informational session about preparedness over a 3 month time period

2. Prepare and conduct a community preparedness survey with emphasis on awareness of the needs for the more Vulnerable Community Members

3. Decide on a date, place and time for event. Identify and invite community first responders to have booth at the event. Promote it within the community

11) Your contact information

Rev. Christian King

P.I.N.K. H.O.U.S.E. NRC

Seventh Day Baptist Comm. Dev. Ed., Serv. Outreach

1551 Mulberry St .

Charleston, SC 29407

843-556-3466 Tel

843-766-9861 Fax

843-442-6069 Cell

pinkhouse@comcast.net

Russell B. Thomas, Jr.
Fire Chief
City of Charleston
46 1/2 Wentworth Street
Charleston, SC 29401
843-720-1981 Office