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Sedalia emergency manager outlines volunteer program, shelter planning and 2026 budget estimate
Summary
Pettis County/Sedalia Emergency Manager Tricia told the City Council the EMA ran volunteer storm-spotter programs, tested sirens, and is planning shelter partnerships with churches; she estimated the EMA's 2026 budget at about $209,000 and warned federal EMPG funding has declined.
Tricia, identified in the meeting as Sedalia/Pettis County's emergency manager director, told the City Council on Dec. 15 that the office coordinates resources for disasters, runs a volunteer program and conducts public outreach and training programs.
She said EMA volunteers logged substantial storm-spotting and training hours this year and that monthly siren testing is in place to verify system coverage. Tricia highlighted…
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