The St. Joseph County government is seeking public input in the development process of a hazard mitigation plan, asking county residents to fill out a survey by February 9.

The plan is expected to include a list of natural hazards and vulnerabilities, while assessing risk, and identifying mitigation projects. The objective of hazard mitigation and the resulting projects, according to the county, is to reduce or eliminate risk to life and property.

The anonymous survey is an opportunity for St. Joseph County residents to participate in the planning process by sharing thoughts and opinions. It will be open for comment until February 9, 2024. The draft plan will be made available when it is completed, and opportunities to comment in-person or by submission will be presented at that time.

Questions about this survey or the hazard mitigation process can be directed to
Emergency Services Director Erin Goff at (269) 467-9045, extension 225 or at [email protected].

Alek Haak-Frost is executive editor and publisher of Watershed Voice.