Saturday, April 05, 2025
28.0°F

EDITORIAL: Emergency plan's objections should be heeded

| January 8, 2025 1:00 AM

The Coeur d’Alene City Council recently adopted the newly updated Kootenai County Emergency Operations Plan, a critical document meant to guide local authorities during disasters. Only Councilor Dan Gookin voted against the plan, and his opposition highlights an essential principle that must not be overlooked: protecting the property rights of citizens.

First, a bit of background. 

Kootenai County is required to prepare for disasters. The Emergency Operations Plan provided fulfills this requirement. 

Become a Subscriber!

You have read all of your free articles this month. Select a plan below to start your subscription today.

Already a subscriber? Login

Forever Rate - All Access
  • $29.50 per month
Buy
CDA Press Online Only $9.95
  • $9.95 per month
Buy