Douglas County adopts updated Local Emergency Operations Plan after director's orientation

Apr 22, 2026

Douglas County commissioners unanimously approved an updated Local Emergency Operations Plan after an orientation from Emergency Management Director Whitney Shipley, who described alignment with federal and state requirements, increased interagency training and concerns about aging sirens and replacement costs.

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The Douglas County Board of Commissioners voted 6–0 to adopt the county's updated Local Emergency Operations Plan after Director of Emergency Management Whitney Shipley presented an orientation and review of major revisions.

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