Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians
(Click on the image above to view the GTB's FEMA-Approved plan as of June 2024.)
The Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians is in the process of updating its Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan in accordance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000. The plan must be updated every 5 years for communities to apply for pre-disaster, hazard mitigation grant funds from FEMA.
Hazards such as climate change, wildfires, severe weather, floods, invasive species, drought, and public health emergencies can have significant impacts on the the built and natural environments, economy, and the health and wellbeing of community members. The natural hazard mitigation plan identifies and reduces the risks presented by these hazards through development of mitigation strategies that build sustainability and resiliency in communities.
Our Township greatly benefits from Network Northwest's experience, depth of knowledge and understanding. Because they work with so many diverse communities in our ten-county region they understand the local land-use issues and are already working on solutions by the time we realize we need some help.
- Susan Odom, Chair, Suttons Bay Township Planning Commission