2015-06-23 I&S Agenda - Item 5 - Local Disaster Recovery Plan - Attachment 2

                           Noosa Local Disaster Recovery Plan 2015/2016


It is likely that there will be many challenges in acquiring both pre-disaster and post-disaster
data, particularly in an initially chaotic environment immediately after the disaster impact.
This emphasizes the need to identify the stakeholders and include them either on the Sub-
group or as members of Local Advisory Groups.

To the extent possible, the studies should measure the following economic impacts (where
data is available):
   job loss
   loss of wages
   business closures and interruption (loss of productivity)
   damage to infrastructure
   damage to property (commercial, industrial, residential)
   damage to natural resources (which have an impact on local industries)

Step 2: Initiate a post-disaster economic recovery assessment and planning process
The Council should take the lead in initiating the economic recovery planning process with
support and engagement from State Government agencies, other business, civic and
community organisations (see Terms of Reference for the Economic Sub-group). This
process should begin as soon as possible after the disaster event to take advantage of the
sense of urgency and unity following a disaster and to ensure strategies and resources of
economic recovery can be planned for and acquired.

Step 2a: Identify the roles and responsibilities of all economic recovery stakeholders
Confirm roles and responsibilities among partner organisations for all phases of recovery.

Step 2b: Establish Local Advisory Groups to gather relevant data and information
Local Economic Advisory Groups should be established to cover major topics (e.g. business
retention, small business assistance, tourism promotion etc.). Each working group should
have a chairperson and be responsible for compiling relevant data. The group can also
begin identifying major issues and suggesting strategies and resources to address those
issues.

Step 2c: Produce a complete economic analysis (including financial assessments)
This economic analysis needs to include a detailed look at key industries and anchors and
specific quantitative and qualitative data on how they have been impacted by the disaster.
This analysis will provide insight into the current state of the economy including whether
economic development targets should be re-evaluated, a better understanding of
competitive positioning; and will lay the foundation for a long-term economic development
strategy for the community.

It may be beneficial to have a third party conduct this economic analysis, due to:
   limited local capacity issues
   assurance of a speedy planning process
   the need for a fresh perspective on the situation
The following steps will assist with the economic analysis:
   review existing strategic plans and studies for relevancy, evaluate existing business
    development targets, and revisit economic issues
   solicit information and input from local advisory groups

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