Your assignment is to create an informational memorandum of 650–900 words (not counting your cover page and bibliography) for your city council that outlines how federal, state, and local first responders coordinate their efforts when responding to disasters. Who holds the most authority and responsibility in emergency management? Why? What is the primary purpose of the state and federal levels with regard to emergency management response? Explain. What is the role of DHS with regard to emergency management response? Explain. What is the role of FEMA with regard to emergency management response? Explain. Provide and describe 2–3 examples of federal, state, local, and private integration efforts, and explain why they were successful in their emergency response. You should use APA citation style and ensure that you include a reference list.
