Yuma County Seeks Resident Input for Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

Yuma County on Jan. 9, 2026 asked residents to take part in an online survey intended to inform the current update of the county’s multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan. The update process typically collects public input on local hazards, community priorities, infrastructure vulnerabilities and potential mitigation actions so the plan reflects present-day risks and positions the county to pursue state and federal mitigation funding.

The hazard mitigation plan is a coordinating document used by multiple jurisdictions to identify risks and prioritize actions that reduce loss of life, property and public infrastructure during events such as wildfires, floods and severe weather. By soliciting resident feedback, county officials aim to capture lived experience and local knowledge that can guide where investments and projects should be focused.

For residents, participation in the survey is a direct way to influence which hazards receive priority and which mitigation measures are advanced. Responses can inform decisions about infrastructure upgrades, drainage and flood control, vegetation management related to wildfire risk, and other local projects. The updated plan also serves as a dossier that funders review when allocating mitigation grants, making community input relevant to both planning and future grant competitiveness.

The county’s announcement notes that the full text and the survey link are available on the Yuma County website’s news or emergency management pages. The Office of Emergency Management is identified as the county contact for questions; contact details are provided on the website for residents who need assistance or additional information.

Local governments typically use these updates to reconcile changing conditions, such as new development, shifting weather patterns and evolving critical infrastructure needs. For elected officials and public managers, a broadly representative survey response can strengthen the legitimacy of selected priorities and improve the alignment between community needs and grant-funded projects.

The update process offers an immediate civic engagement opportunity for Yuma County residents to shape mitigation strategies that affect public safety and local infrastructure. Residents who want their neighborhood concerns reflected in the county’s planning and potential mitigation funding decisions should complete the online survey and contact the Office of Emergency Management through the information posted on the county website.