The Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is comprised of various departments. Each department has an officer assigned to oversee their operation. These departments play vital roles both in day-to-day operation as well as in times of emergency, when they support each other to efficiently respond to each disaster or emergency situation. EMA departments include:

  • Communications: Responsible for portable land-based and mobile radios, weather computers, the paging system and telecommunications equipment
  • Maintenance: Responsible for vehicles and power equipment
  • Traffic: Responsible for traffic duties and special events
  • Supply: Responsible for issued equipment and canteen services
  • Training: Responsible for member training and certifications
  • Compliance: Responsible for administrative reports and policies

Current Roster

  • Lisa Kortum: Director
  • Greg King: Emergency Planning Manager 
  • Lisa Merrill: Compliance Officer
  • Charlie Russ: Traffic Control Officer
  • Bob Ackerman: Maintenance Officer
  • Scott Schultz: Supply Officer
  • Scott Hagner: Communications Officer
  • John Werr: Training Officer