Stakeholder Resources
La Plata Hazard Mitigation Plan Update 2023
Planning Process Library
This library includes links to view map products or exercises completed by each jurisdiction to meet or exceed FEMA planning requirements outlined in 44 CFR § 201.6 – Local Mitigation Plans (44 CFR Part 201 – Mitigation Planning). Most importantly §201.6(c)(2)(iii) requires that in multi‐jurisdictional plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area.
Demographics Report
Click above to open a detailed demographics report highlighting U.S. Census data. This data sheds light on how natural disasters might impact various community segments. Understanding the area’s social and economic makeup helps gauge potential societal costs from damages to crucial infrastructure and services.
Risk Matrix
Access the risk matrix here to visualize the likelihood and impact of various natural hazards. This tool provides a clear overview, helping prioritize safety and response measures based on the combined factors of probability and severity.
Capabilities Assessment
Capabilities Assessments outline the expertise and resources of our internal staff in hazard reduction. This comprehensive documentation covers planning, administrative, technical capacities, and other vital resources.
Areas of Concern
Areas of Concern detail existing challenges and issues pertaining to natural hazard mitigation. This section emphasizes areas requiring immediate attention and strategic action to enhance community resilience.
Success Stories
Success Stories include detailed accounts of hazard mitigation projects. These narratives showcase our achievements, illustrating the effective strategies we’ve implemented to enhance safety and resilience.
Large Group Meetings
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Planning Committee Meeting #1 (June 7, 2023)
6/7/23 9:00 – 10:30am MST
Location: EOC
Planning Committee Meeting #2 (August 16, 2023)
8/16/2023
Planning Committee Meeting #3 (October 25, 2023)
Wednesday, October 25th
10:00 – 12:00 PM
221 Turner Drive Durango, CO 81303.
Meeting Materials
Break Out Meetings
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City of Durango
Breakout Meeting # 1 – 6/22/23
6/22/23 2:30 P.M. – 3:30 P.M.MST
Location: Zoom
Breakout Meeting # 2 – 2/23/24
2/23/24 10:30 A.M. – 11:30 A.M.MST
Location: Zoom
Meeting Materials
Town of Bayfield
Breakout Meeting # 1 – 6/29/23
6/29/23 2:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M.MST
Location: Zoom
Breakout Meeting # 2 – 2/21/24
2/21/24 1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M.MST
Location: Zoom
Meeting Materials
Town of Ignacio
Breakout Meeting # 1 – 7/11/23
7/11/23 11:00am – 12:00pm MST
Location: EOC
Breakout Meeting # 2 – 2/22/24
2/22/24 8:30am – 9:30am MST
Location: Zoom
Meeting Materials
Durango Fire Protection District
Breakout Meeting # 1 – 6/29/23
6/29/23 3:00 P.M. – 4:00 P.M.MST
Location: Zoom
Breakout Meeting # 2 – 3/22/24
3/22/24 10:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.MST
Location: Zoom
Meeting Materials
Los Pinos Fire Protection District
Breakout Meeting # 1 and #2 – 5/14/24
5/14/24 3:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. MST
Location: Zoom
Fort Lewis Mesa Fire Protection District
Breakout Meeting # 1 – 2/23/24
2/23/24 8:30 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.MST
Location: Zoom
Breakout Meeting # 2 – 2/23/24
2/23/24 8:30 A.M. – 10:00 A.M.MST
Location: Zoom
Meeting Materials
Upper Pine Fire Protection District
Breakout Meeting # 1 – 7/5/23
7/5/23 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M.MST
Location: Zoom
Breakout Meeting # 2 – TBA
La Plata County
Breakout Meeting # 1 – 5/16/24
5/16/24 1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M.MST
Location: Zoom
MAST App
Using the Mitigation Action Support Tool (MAST)
The link above allows you to access the Mitigation Action Support Tool “MAST”. Each stakeholder will receive an invitation to a introduction and functionality review meeting. For additional help, please visit the MAST guidance page or reach out to our team by emailing clare@dynamicplanning.co
About MAST
MAST enables exploration, editing, and ongoing updates to the mitigation strategy. MAST is an important step in creating a hazard mitigation plan that can be updated, revised, and inputted into grant requests into the future.
MAST enhances traditionally planning documents by allowing direct stakeholder inputs and updated by project participants—keeping this HMP a truly living document.
This application is for the use of stakeholders only and may not be shared or demonstrated to users outside of the stakeholder group.
If you need additional help navigating these tools or have any questions regarding the planning process please email clare@dynamicplanning.co.
POC App
Click the link below to launch the point-of-contact (POC) database. The app is searchable for specific names, jurisdictions, emails, etc.
Document Upload
You can upload your own documents by clicking the button below and following the instructions on page.