Temple Terrace Emergency Council Meeting 9-24-24

The Temple Terrace Emergency Council held a meeting on September 24, 2024, to discuss the declaration of a local state of emergency in response to the approaching tropical cyclone (Hurricane Helen). The council considered and unanimously approved a motion to declare the state of emergency effective at 6 p.m. on September 25, 2024. This declaration enables the city to access emergency resources, adjust payroll and procurement processes, and suspend ordinances inconsistent with state emergency statutes. The discussion included updates on staffing the Emergency Operations Center, coordination with county emergency services, readiness of utilities and drainage systems, and shelter operations. The city manager was authorized to extend or rescind the emergency declaration as needed. No specific procurement contracts or vendor selections were discussed, but the declaration facilitates internal procurement flexibility during the emergency period.