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Program Area#5 <br /> Communications <br /> WORK PLANNED WHY THE WORK IS BEING DONE RESULT OF THE WORK <br /> 1 Enhance emergency communications between In a major disaster,the ability to communicate Adding amateur radio and satellite phone <br /> City facilities by setting up amateur radio and may be hindered if normal modes of capabilities to city facilities will enable them to <br /> satellite phone equipment. communication are not available.Currently,many continue to communicate even if traditional <br /> City facilities do not have a back up method of methods are inoperable.This will improve <br /> communication if phones,cell phones,and email situational awareness and information sharing <br /> are not functioning.City facilities need to be able after a major incident. <br /> to communicate to ensure they can continue to <br /> share information and provide or receive <br /> direction. <br /> 2 Improve communication with local broadcasters Communication bridges need development to With the ability to rapidly use radio stations and <br /> and the Port of Everett. ensure adequate communication with live-aboard existing Port of Everett communication systems, <br /> boat owners at the port and travelers in their the City will have better success in reaching critical <br /> automobiles. parts of the community. <br /> DHS-FEMA-EMPG-FY 19 Page 23 of 35 City of Everett OEM, E20-142 <br />