The Perry City Council approved an updated emergency operations plan (EOP) during their Jan. 23 meeting, incorporating updates meant to strengthen the city’s emergency preparedness. The new plan replaces the version adopted in 2016 and focuses on refining communication systems, clarifying roles, and increasing flexibility in disaster responses. Perry Emergency Manager Marshall Blom presented the revised plan and outlined its purpose and updates. “The EOP acts as a kickoff point and a framework for planning for all four phases of a disaster: mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery,” Blom ex- plained. He emphasized the importance of collaboration both during emergencies and...

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