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. -2- <br /> • A mutual assistance program consistent with other statewide mutual aid programs. <br /> • A forum for developing and maintaining emergency contacts and relationships. <br /> • New ideas from lessons learned in disasters. <br /> ILWARN benefits include: <br /> • No cost to become a member. <br /> • Increased planning and coordination. <br /> • Enhanced access to specialized resources. <br /> • A single agreement provides access to all member utilities statewide. <br /> • Provides access to resources during an emergency without precontractual limitations or <br /> retainer fees. <br /> • Expedites arrival of aid. <br /> • Signatories have a pre-established relationship under which they are able to share <br /> resources during an emergency at the discretion of each participating agency. <br /> • Is consistent with the National Incident Management System (NIMS). <br /> • Provides a list of emergency contacts and phone numbers. <br /> • Reduces administrative conflicts. <br /> • Agreement contains indemnification and workers' compensation provisions to protect <br /> participating utilities, and provides for reimbursement of costs, as needed. <br /> • Increases hope that recovery will come quickly. <br /> Additional information is available at www.ilwarn.or�. <br /> POTENTIAL OBJECTION: <br /> None foreseen. <br /> STAFF REFERENCE: <br /> Keith D. Alexander, Director of Water Management, 217-424-2863, kalexander@decaturil.gov <br /> BUDGET/TIME IMPLICATIONS: <br /> There is no fee to be an ILWARN member. Generally, if an emergency event occurs and <br /> Decatur voluntarily responds, the City will be responsible for paying normal salary and <br /> equipment expenses. Conversely, if Decatur receives voluntary assistance from other ILWARN <br /> members, those members are fiscally responsible for the assistance they provide. <br /> cc: Rob Shirley, Water Production Manager <br /> Randy Miller, Water Services Manager <br /> -2- <br />