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DRAFT OCTOBER 17, 2011 the International Police Mountain Biking Association) and CPR training (American Heart Saver) at the bystander and healthcare professional level, among others. 5) Continue the Bike Medic Program on a part -time basis during special and public safety education events to bridge the gap between an on -foot response and an ambulance response in crowded conditions. This is particularly important due to the City's recent efforts to expand and interconnect the trail system. Consider adding a periodic presence on the City's overall trail system during non - event, peak summer days. 6) Continue to pursue joint partnerships with the La Porte Independent School District, Galveston County Immunization Coalition, and Texas Department of State Health Services to provide cost effective educational and training programs to the community. GOAL 8: Maximize public safety and protection of citizens during and affim natural or man-made disasters. Actions and Initiatives 1) Routinely update the Basic Emergency and Annex Q Plans to ensure that they reflect changed conditions (the last update was posted 6/19/09) and adequate resources in place for effective emergency response under various scenarios. 2) Continue to coordinate with Harris County and other local jurisdictions to promote better regional evacuation planning. 3) Ensure adequate City representation on the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) so that the City's priorities are addressed and that overall progress and effectiveness is routinely evaluated. 4) Continue to encourage and participate in regular and challenging simulated emergency drills in coordination with the LEPC and other appropriate entities to ensure a high level of readiness and to evaluate the adequacy of emergency response plans. 5) Continue to coordinate closely with the LEPC to maintain an up -to -date list of hazardous waste handlers and other facilities that could experience toxic material releases or other dangerous situations during severe weather. 6) In coordination with the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) and LEPC, continue to maintain or expand emergency notification capabilities to ensure citizen safety during and after natural and man -made emergencies. This includes supporting the emergency siren system, Community Awareness Emergency Response (CAER Line) telephone system, Connect -CTY, Radio Station AM 830, and the system alert beacons, among others. 7) Continue City support for OEM and LEPC school and community outreach programs, e.g., Hurricane Awareness Week, Storm Surge Markers, Shelter -in -Place signs in parks, neighborhoods, and along roads; and the emergency preparedness guides, as well as special events, such A COMMUNITY VISI N FOR LA RTE, TEXAS -2010 UPDATE.