Stutsman County seeks public input for Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan update

Today at 10:23 AM Listen Comments Share Share this article Community contributions Community contributions Unpaid content from readers. Lightly edited. The Trust Project What is this? JAMESTOWN — Stutsman County is asking residents to help shape the future of local disaster resilience. As part of the planning process to update the Stutsman County Multi-Jurisdictional Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan (MHMP), the steering committee developed and finalized a public survey to gather insights on community risks and priorities. ADVERTISEMENT Hazard mitigation is the effort to reduce and/or eliminate the loss of life and property from natural hazards and man-made threats. Whether it is overland flooding, severe winter storms or hazardous material incidents, having a robust plan in place allows the county and its incorporated cities to proactively address vulnerabilities. A Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan isn’t just a strategy document; it is a requirement for the county to remain eligible for federal hazard mitigation assistance grants. By participating in this survey, residents provide "boots-on-the-ground" data that helps emergency planners understand which hazards are of greatest concern to those living and working in the region. "Public participation is the backbone of effective mitigation planning," said Stutsman County Emergency Manager Pam Blinsky. "We know our residents understand their neighbors and neighborhoods best. Their feedback ensures our mitigation strategies are not just theoretical, but practical and tailored to the actual needs of Stutsman County and its cities." The survey is brief, confidential, and covers topics ranging from personal preparedness to the perceived threat of various natural hazards and man-made threats. Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/StutsmanCounty QR Code: Hard copy: Available in the lobbies of the Stutsman County Courthouse, Stutsman County Law Enforcement Center and Jamestown City Hall Who should take it: All residents, business owners, and stakeholders within Stutsman County and its incorporated jurisdictions. For more information on the MHMP update or to learn how to get involved in the planning meetings, please contact the Stutsman County Office of Emergency Management at 701-252-9093. The Stutsman County Office of Emergency Management coordinates the resources and efforts of the county to protect lives and property through a program of mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. Comments Share Share this article Community contributions Community contributions Unpaid content from readers. Lightly edited. The Trust Project What is this? Tags Tags STUTSMAN COUNTY GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS JAMESTOWN Listen to this article Conversation ADVERTISEMENT What To Read Next Local Calendar for Nov. 10-11, 2026 5h ago Local Jamestown mayor unites tourism partners to advance vision for Buffalo City 21h ago · By Staff reports Local Calendar for Nov. 9-10, 2026 1d ago ADVERTISEMENT Get Local Must Reads North Dakota Voters in 2 North Dakota counties reject property tax increases 1d ago · By Jack Dura / North Dakota Monitor North Dakota North Dakota's Pembina Gorge State Park completes first season 3d ago · By Maxwell Marko Pro What do the Vikings need at the trade deadline? 15h ago · By Dane Mizutani / St. Paul Pioneer Press Lifestyle What if this winter’s forecast holds true? 3d ago · By Don Kinzler