LEGAL AUTHORITY
Act 211 1999,
as amended, known as the Emergency Management and Disaster Administration of Puerto Rico Act, created the Administration and ascribed it to the Commission on Public Security and Protection of Puerto Rico.
MISSION
Coordinate all government and private sector resources to provide fast and effective service before, during and after emergencies to ensure the protection of life and property.
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
- Administration
- Directors Office
- Earthquake Safety Advisory Council
- Internal Audit Office
- Mitigation
- Preparedness
- Press and Public Relations Office
- Recovery
- Response
- Technology and Information
- Zones
PROGRAMS
General Management and Administration
Program Description
Ensures effective management of finance programs and state and federal budget, human resources and general services in compliance with laws, rules, regulations and executive orders applicable. Activities are carried out to manage: personnel, physical plant, services acquisitions, equipment rental, materials and financial resources necessary for the functioning of the Agency. Is responsible for maintaining the continuity of the operation before, during and after the emergency.
Customers
Agency employees that carry out effective work in the planning, coordination and management of operations before, during and after the emergency.
Emergency, Crisis, or Disasters Operations
Program Description
It ensures that all the people of Puerto Rico are protected and safe during any emergency or disaster.
Customers
The Agency provides services to the general public as provided in Act 211 1999. In addition, it serves customers through its Operations Area that consists of:
- Government from other countries
- Municipal Governments
- Private Sector Entities
- State and Federal Government Agencies
- Volunteer groups and nonprofit entities
9-1-1 Emergency Service
Program Description
It process, attends and responds to 9-1-1 calls. As a 9-1-1 System Response Agency, it receives referrals, for intervention in social emergencies affecting the safety of children, as well as situations of abuse.
Statistical Data |
2011 |
2012 |
2013 |
  |
Calls processed to zones and municipalities |
22,656 |
26,580 |
26,580 |
Phone calls received |
22,656 |
26,580 |
26,580 |
Customers
All citizens
FISCAL YEAR 2012-2013 PROPOSED BUDGET
The proposed consolidated budget for Fiscal Year 2012-2013 amounts to $ 12,476,000. This amount includes $6,425,000 from the Joint Resolution-General Fund, $300,000 from Special Appropiation-General Fund and $5,751,000 in Federal Grants.
Operational expenses reflect an increase of $570,000 when compared to funds asigned in fiscal year 2011-2012 to cover the increase in electricity, water and general services costs. This funds will also cover the cost of insurance premiums, based on the estimates of the Department of Treasury.
Contributing Federal Programs include: the Emergency Management Performance Grant, the Homeland Security Grant, the Volunteers in Service to America and the Earthquake Consortium and State Assistant. These resources will be used for operational and administrative expenses of the Crisis, Disasters and Emergency Operations program.
SUMMARY OF AVAILABLE RESOURCES
Consolidated Budget  (thousands $) |
2010 |
2011 |
2012 |
2013 |
  |
Program |
  |
Operational Expenses |
Actual |
Actual |
Budget |
Proposed |
9-1-1 Emergency Service / Child Abuse Line |
412 |
403 |
99 |
99 |
Emergency, Crisis, or Disasters Operations |
11,421 |
11,008 |
11,467 |
12,113 |
General Management and Administration |
346 |
233 |
340 |
264 |
Subtotal, Operational Expenses |
12,179 |
11,644 |
11,906 |
12,476 |
Total, Program |
12,179 |
11,644 |
11,906 |
12,476 |
  |
Funding Sources |
  |
Operational Expenses |
  |
Joint Resolution - General Fund |
3,469 |
2,902 |
6,038 |
6,425 |
Special Appropriations - General Fund |
0 |
0 |
300 |
300 |
Local Stabilization Fund |
3,218 |
3,250 |
0 |
0 |
Federal Grants |
5,181 |
5,181 |
5,568 |
5,751 |
Other Income |
311 |
311 |
0 |
0 |
Subtotal, Operational Expenses |
12,179 |
11,644 |
11,906 |
12,476 |
Total, Funding Sources |
12,179 |
11,644 |
11,906 |
12,476 |
  |
Expense Category |
  |
Operational Expenses |
  |
Payroll and Related Expenses |
6,547 |
6,096 |
5,737 |
6,035 |
Rent and Utilities |
674 |
672 |
560 |
879 |
Purchased Services |
2,105 |
1,848 |
2,027 |
2,533 |
Transportation Expenses |
74 |
80 |
85 |
50 |
Professional Services |
610 |
719 |
1,365 |
267 |
Other Expenses |
280 |
273 |
227 |
160 |
Non Distributed Allocations |
0 |
0 |
669 |
1,276 |
Previous Years Debt Payments |
0 |
40 |
0 |
0 |
Equipment Purchases |
707 |
692 |
125 |
74 |
Federal Grants Matching Allocation |
0 |
0 |
0 |
93 |
Office Supplies and other Materials |
165 |
207 |
219 |
290 |
Advertising and Media Expenses |
1,017 |
1,017 |
892 |
819 |
Subtotal, Operational Expenses |
12,179 |
11,644 |
11,906 |
12,476 |
Total, Expense Category |
12,179 |
11,644 |
11,906 |
12,476 |
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