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ağƓğŭĻƩ ƚŅ ƷŷĻ —ĻğƩ ŅƚƩ ЋЉЋЉ <br />YƩźƭƷźƓ DğǒƷŷźĻƩ Ώ 9ƒĻƩŭĻƓĭǤ ağƓğŭĻƒĻƓƷ /ƚƚƩķźƓğƷƚƩ <br />As the Emergency Management Coordinator for the City of La Porte, Kristin had an <br />unexpectedly busy but very successful 2020. She led efforts in response to the COVID-19 <br />pandemic and a very active hurricane season. As a result of her excellent work and leadership, <br />Kristin received three nominations for this recognition and was a unanimous choice by the <br />selection committee. <br />Kristin first came to the La Porte team in February 2008 as an Emergency Management <br />Planner and later moved into the leadership role she currently holds in April 2015 <br />presents some unique management challenges during times of emergency response, as she is <br />tasked with leading a group of employees from across the organization. Many of those <br />teammates are accustomed to being the leader in the room, and that dynamic could lead to <br />some challenges. With expertise and professionalism, however, La Porte enjoys great <br />efficiency and effectiveness in such critical times. <br />2020 presented many opportunities for Kristin and her team to shine. A sample of her <br />leadership accomplishments includes the following: <br /> Sourcing and providing PPE, cleaning supplies, signage, and other materials needed in <br />response to COVID protocols. This required many hours of coordination and the creation <br />of new communication channels and processes. <br /> Taking the lead in grant application and management through programs like the CARES <br /> <br />Kristin did a fantastic job. This work benefited teammates, La Porte businesses, and many <br />La Porte residents. <br /> Facilitating emergency responses to tropical weather, industrial events, and a peaceful <br />protest, while maintaining COVID protocols for all staff members. <br />, but Kristin is always ready to answer the call <br />when needed. <br />In their nominations of Kristin, her teammates describe her as quick to help others. That <br />includes other teammates and departments as well as the community. She is well respected by <br />employees across the organization and maintains great working relationships with partner <br />agencies. Kristin is a true public servant and a valuable member <br /> <br />