December 2024 News for Emergency Management Staff
AAEM dues deadline just over a week away!
Posted December 19, 2024
The deadline to apply for or renew your AAEM membership is December 31. You may click the following link to download the AAEM membership application/renewal form. This year, there are two ways to renew. To pay by check, please print the membership application (completing one application for each person joining or renewing) and mail the application(s) with your dues payment. To pay by credit card, log into your membership account here. Once on your profile page, select “Renew Membership Now” from the drop-down menu in the right corner of the page and follow the steps to pay via credit card. You can reference this video tutorial for a review of the process. If you have questions, please contact Paulette Williams or call 334-263-7594.
Resources available from Winter Workshop
Posted December 12, 2024
Presentations from this week’s AAEM Winter Workshop are available for access on the County Family online community under the Resources tab of the Emergency Management Staff Group page. We hope you enjoyed the Workshop and we look forward to gathering with you all again this summer!
AAEM dues deadline is December 31
Posted December 12, 2024
The deadline to apply for or renew your AAEM membership is December 31. You may click the following link to download the AAEM membership application/renewal form. This year, there are two ways to renew. To pay by check, please print the membership application (completing one application for each person joining or renewing) and mail the application(s) with your dues payment. To pay by credit card, log into your membership account here. Once on your profile page, select “Renew Membership Now” from the drop-down menu in the right corner of the page and follow the steps to pay via credit card. You can reference this video tutorial for a review of the process. If you have questions, please contact Paulette Williams or call 334-263-7594.
2024 Legislative Conference Resources
Posted December 12, 2024
ACCA's 2024 Legislative Conference concluded today, but County Family members may always access important resources from the Conference. Resources from this year's Conference are available for access on the County Family online community under the 2024 Legislative Conference Resources tab. We hope you have enjoyed this year's Conference, and we look forward to a productive legislative session!
AAEM Winter Workshop is next week!
Posted December 5, 2024
Emergency Managers are encouraged to register now for the 2024 AAEM Winter Workshop. Scheduled for Dec. 10-11 at the Renaissance Hotel in Montgomery, the Workshop will precede the ACCA's Annual Legislative Conference on Dec. 11-12 and allow attendees to dive into and discuss the latest issues relevant to emergency management in Alabama. Click here to preview the educational and informative content that will be available to attendees of the workshop. Don’t miss it! County Family members can register for the Workshop by referring to the Events/Education tab of the ACCA County Family online community.
2024 Legislative Conference: Breakout Agenda for Emergency Managers
Posted December 5, 2024
The 2024 ACCA Legislative Conference is excited to bring back breakout sessions for Commissioners and Affiliate Members. Breakout sessions at the ACCA Legislative Conference allow each affiliate to discuss critical legislative issues before the upcoming legislative session. The ACCA is thrilled to offer, again this year, a specialized breakout session for Emergency Managers. Your session will include Assessing the Impact of Statewide Debris Removal Services, the Latest News on Alabama’s Disaster Relief Fund, Surveying the Obstacles in Local Emergency Medical Services, and Responding to Winter Water Issues in Rural Alabama. If you still need to register for the Legislative Conference, refer to the Events/Education tab of the ACCA County Family online community TODAY to get registered.
2024 ACCA Legislative Conference is less than a week away!
Posted December 5, 2024
Each year, the ACCA Legislative Conference provides time for the membership to hear from policy leaders across the state, discuss anticipated legislative issues in the year ahead, and address important business to “re:solve” together. The complete program is now available for you to preview by clicking on the 2024 Legislative Resources tab on the County Family online community. County Family members who still need to finalize their plans to attend the December 11-12 Conference are encouraged to register now by referring to the Events/Education tab of the ACCA County Family online community. Don’t hesitate to contact the ACCA’s Events and Education Team with any questions.
ICYMI: November 2 North Jackson Podcast is available
Posted December 5, 2024
County Family members, in case you missed it, the November episode of ACCA's monthly 2 North Jackson Podcast is available! November’s episode features discussions between the Association's Executive Director, Sonny Brasfield, and guest experts on upcoming District Meetings, a Unique Journey in Public Service, and a Preview of ACCA’s Annual Report. Join Sonny, ACCA President Lee Patterson, Montgomery County Attorney Michael Armistead, and ACCA Director of Communication and Engagement Abby Fitzpatrick as they breakdown these topics. Access the 2 North Jackson Podcast in the "News" section of the ACCA online community or on your favorite podcast streaming app. Don't miss this opportunity to stay informed!
AAEM dues deadline is December 31
Posted December 5, 2024
The deadline to apply for or renew your AAEM membership is December 31. You may click the following link to download the AAEM membership application/renewal form. This year, there are two ways to renew. To pay by check, please print the membership application (completing one application for each person joining or renewing) and mail the application(s) with your dues payment. To pay by credit card, log into your membership account here. Once on your profile page, select “Renew Membership Now” from the drop-down menu in the right corner of the page and follow the steps to pay via credit card. You can reference this video tutorial for a review of the process. If you have questions, please contact Paulette Williams or call 334-263-7594.