City of Stirling Handy Services Guide

E Emergency management

Like all other local government areas the City of Stirling is subject to natural and man-made emergency incidents. To minimise the risks, deal with the immediate effects, and coordinate the recovery from these incidents, the City is required to have Local Emergency Management Plans in place. These plans detail collaborative emergency management arrangements for prevention, preparation, response and recovery from emergency incidents. During emergency incidents, the City provides logistical support to the emergency services such as the Department of Fire and Emergency Service and WA Police. The City co-ordinates the Local Emergency Management Committee (LEMC) which oversees the development of the Local Emergency Management Plans, and organises exercises which help to ensure all stakeholders are prepared to deal with emergencies, recover from them and further improve future plans. Membership of the LEMC comprises City elected members and officers, representatives from emergency service agencies, non-government organisations and the community. The City takes the safety of residents, businesses and visitors seriously and is constantly developing its plans, training, capacity and capability to deal with emergency incidents. For further information, please visit the City’s website. Employment opportunities at the City of Stirling With many employee benefits on offer, the City of Stirling is considered a ‘preferred employer’. Vacancies, application information, interview hints and tips are all advertised on the City’s website. Environment The City manages extensive natural areas, comprised on 738 hectares of bushland dispersed over 71 bushland reserves, 40 wetland sites and 6.5 kilometres of coastal dunes and beaches. The City has a strong environmental record based on sustainable use of resources and conservation of biodiversity. We undertake City- wide conservation programs each year, striving to protect and ensure the long- term viability of our bushlands, wetlands, lake systems, coastal dunes, beaches and natural landforms.

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