It is the policy of the city to make effective preparations and use of staffing, resources, and facilities for dealing with any emergency or disaster that may occur. Emergencies and disasters, by their very nature, may disrupt or destroy existing systems and the capability of the city to respond to protect life, public health and property. Therefore, citizens are advised to be prepared to be without public services or utilities for up to a minimum of two weeks should an emergency or disaster occur. (Ord. 3310 § 1, 2018)