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Ratification of Proclamation No. 2024-06 Extending Declaration of State of Local Emergency Due to Hurricane Helene f/k/a Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine
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BRIEF OVERVIEW
Governor Ron DeSantis declared a State of Emergency in the State of Florida due to the severity of Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine (which later developed into Hurricane Helene).
A State of Local Emergency was extended for a period of seven (7) days for Hernando County, effective October 7, 2024, through October 13, 2024, with Proclamation No. 2024-06. Proclamation No. 2024-06 was signed by the Board Chairwoman in conjunction with the Executive Policy Group on October 4, 2024. Copy of Proclamation No. 2024-06 is attached.
Copy of Executive Order Nos. 24-208, 24-209 and 24-213 are also attached.
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LEGAL NOTE
The Board has authority to act on this matter pursuant to Chapter 252, Florida Statutes, Hernando County Code XII, § 21-201 through 21-210, Executive Order No. 24-208, Amended Executive Order 24-209, and Amended Executive Order 24-213.
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RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Board approve the actions taken by Emergency Management during the State of Emergency declared for Hurricane Helene and ratify the Chairwoman’s signature on Proclamation Number 2024-06.