Hazard Mitigation Plan
Hazard Mitigation Plan
A Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) has the goal to reduce loss of life and property by minimizing the impact of disasters through prior proper planning techniques. The HMP develops long-term strategies for protecting people and property from natural disasters. The HMP must be updated every 5 years.
The Town is working with the Merrimack Valley Planning Commission (MVPC) to update the Town’s HMP. This process involves multiple meetings with stakeholders and municipal employees, as well as community information sessions and, eventually, surveys.
Once the Plan has been updated, the Town will be able to begin work on the implementation of the goals listed in the Plan. This will include applying for grants for further infrastructure improvements.
Funding
Funding Source: FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities Grant (Federal)
Funding Received: $57,450 (these funds are for the entire project which include the entire Merrimack Valley Region)
Meetings/Outreach
The draft language is ready for review and can be found on the MVPCs website, Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning | MVPC. The comment period is open from May 28th – June 28th. Comments can be made through the above link.
Latest Updates
The draft language is ready for review and can be found on the MVPCs website, Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning | MVPC. The comment period is open from May 28th – June 28th. Comments can be made through the above link. The document is also below under the “Documents” section, but the appendix must be viewed through the MVPC website.
To hear MVPC speak about the plan, watch their presentation at the May 28th Select Board meeting on YouTube by clicking HERE.
Key Contacts
Annie Schindler | Town Planner & Conservation Agent
(978) 556-7214
aschindler@grovelandma.com
Rebecca Oldham | Town Administrator
(978) 556-7204
roldham@grovelandma.com
