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NYCEM's involvement in evacuation planning for Rockaway Peninsula
0:40:10
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Council Member Joann Ariola questions NYCEM's involvement in creating an evacuation plan for the Rockaway Peninsula and Broad Channel during A train track work. Heather Roiter is unable to provide a clear answer about NYCEM's involvement.
- The scenario highlights potential gaps in evacuation planning for flood-prone areas
- NYCEM's representative is unable to confirm the agency's involvement in this specific situation
- The exchange underscores the need for better coordination between transit work and emergency planning
Joann Ariola
0:40:10
In my district, we have track work being done on the a train.
0:40:17
We've worked with MTA and all different agencies to make sure that people can get to and from work, but this is a major flood zone.
0:40:26
It goes through council member Brooks Powers, district and my own.
0:40:31
How involved was NYSOM in creating an an evacuation plan for the people of the Rockaway Peninsula and Broad Channel because of the lack of a train to get off that peninsula for the next 17 weeks?
0:40:46
Was there any interaction with your with your agency at all?
Heather Roiter
0:40:51
I can't speak today.
0:40:52
I'll have to get back to you after I consult with my colleagues.
Joann Ariola
0:40:55
Okay.
0:40:55
I'm I'm I'm done.
0:40:58
Are there any other questions?
0:41:03
Nope.
0:41:03
Josh, you can relieve the the panel, and we can go to, anyone who has wants to ask questions from the public.
0:41:11
I'd like you to remain if you can Mhmm.
0:41:13
Just to hear what the public has to say.
0:41:15
It's not that many people.