Iowa State Drought Programs Program Title: Drought Task Force (Ad hoc) Function: Response, Monitoring and Prediction, Communication, Planning Program Assistance or Functional Assistance: Monitors drought conditions and informs state officials and the public. IA DNR maintains the drought plan. Statute or Authority: Executive Branch Agencies (primary agency listed first): IA Dept. of Natural Resources, IA Emergency Management Division Customers Served: Localities, general public Triggering Event or Circumstance-How does this program relate to drought? At the onset of drought, based on impacts Unmet Needs at federal, state, local and tribal levels. Includes changes from customer or "provider" perspective: No data Program Limitations: No data Contact Name and Phone Number: Jerry Osterdorf, Operations Chief, IA EMD Iowa State Drought Programs Program Title: IA Contingent Fund Function: Response Program Assistance or Functional Assistance: State provides zero-interest loans to local entities for emergency costs beyond normal expense. Statute or Authority: IA Code 29 C Agencies (primary agency listed first): IA Emergency Management Division Customers Served: Localities, general public Triggering Event or Circumstance-How does this program relate to drought? At the onset of drought emergency Unmet Needs at federal, state, local and tribal levels. Includes changes from customer or "provider" perspective: No data Program Limitations: Potable water for human use only, not for agriculture or livestock. Contact Name and Phone Number: Jerry Osterdorf, Operations Chief, IA EMD |