Cumberland County asks residents to weigh in on hazard mitigation plan

Three in-person meetings and one virtual meeting will be held, according to the county's emergency management agency.   Credit: NCM PORTLAND, Maine — The [Cumberland County Emergency Management Agency](https://www.facebook.com/cumberlandcountyemergencymanagement) is asking residents, business owners, and community groups to share their concerns as it updates the county's Hazard Mitigation Plan. The plan helps guide decisions on things like infrastructure repairs, public safety improvements, and projects to make communities more resilient. Officials said they want to hear about flood-prone areas, winter storm problems, coastal erosion, utility issues, and how prepared communities feel for emergencies. Public input will help shape which projects are prioritized, the agency said. The county is hosting three in-person meetings and one virtual session. Each will start with a brief overview of the planning process, followed by time for questions, discussion, and suggestions from the public. All sessions will cover the same information: * Wednesday, Jan. 21, 6 p.m. — 27 Northport Drive, Portland * Wednesday, Jan. 28, 6 p.m. — Virtual session * Wednesda... --- *Note: This is a summarized excerpt. Click the source link above to read the full story.*