Title
An Ordinance Amending the Municipal Code Regarding Civil Emergencies and Disasters
History
This ordinance amends the Village of Orland Park Municipal Code to replace the existing Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA) with a new Emergency Management Agency (EMA). Changes are proposed to Chapter 2 of Title 2 and Chapter 7 of Title 8 of the Village Code.
These changes are intended to strengthen the Village’s emergency preparedness and response capabilities through improved planning, coordination, training, and technology. The ordinance updates multiple sections of the Code to reflect the new agency structure, clarify responsibilities, align definitions with state law, and affirm the Village’s authority under the Illinois Emergency Management Act.
It also preserves existing legal provisions such as mutual aid authority, disaster response powers, personnel protections, and emergency procurement procedures.
Financial Impact
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of Title 2 and Chapter 7 of Title 8 of the Village Code as fully presented.
(Full motion - not necessary to be read)
I move to adopt an ordinance amending Chapter 2 of Title 2 and Chapter 7 of Title 8 of the Village of Orland Park Municipal Code to formally establish the Orland Park Emergency Management Agency (EMA) and replace the Emergency Services and Disaster Agency (ESDA).