City of Sierra Madre Hazard Mitigation Plan Update– Public Review Draft Now Available
The City of Sierra Madre is in the process of updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) to enhance community resilience and maintain eligibility for mitigation-related funding before and after major disasters. This plan is updated every five years to reassess risks, refine existing strategies, and develop new actions to reduce the impact of future disasters.
As part of the 2025 HMP update, the Planning Team has identified six key hazards that pose risks to Sierra Madre: earthquakes, drought, flooding, power outages, wildfires, and windstorms. The next phase of the planning process includes assessing the vulnerabilities and potential impacts of these hazards. This involves evaluating critical infrastructure at risk and updating mitigation strategies to reduce future threats.
The First Draft of the Hazard Mitigation Plan is now available for public review. We invite residents, stakeholders, and partner agencies to review the draft and share their feedback by emailing [email protected]
no later than October 8, 2025.
Community Involvement and Plan Resources
Public participation is a vital part of this process. This webpage will serve as the central hub for updates and resources related to the Hazard Mitigation Plan. As materials become available—including meeting agendas, presentations, and future drafts—they will be posted here.
Your input is essential to help shape a safer, more resilient Sierra Madre.
New FEMA Guidelines and Social Vulnerability Assessment
FEMA has introduced new requirements for local hazard mitigation plans, emphasizing:
- Climate change impacts on hazards
- Identification of socially vulnerable populations
- Hazard-specific effects on vulnerable groups
- Enhanced community outreach and engagement
To address these updates, the Planning Team will utilize the CDC’s Social Vulnerability Index (SVI) to assess and map at-risk populations. This tool helps emergency managers allocate resources effectively by identifying communities most likely to need additional support during disasters.
The City is committed to ensuring transparency and accessibility throughout this planning process. Residents are encouraged to check this webpage regularly for updates, review project materials, and participate in public meetings. Your involvement is essential in helping shape a safer, more resilient Sierra Madre.
For more information, please explore the available documents and resources or contact Amy Hsu, Fire Department Administrative Analyst at (626) 836-0246 or via email at [email protected].