Richmond deactivates Emergency Operations Center following Election Day
RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- The City of Richmond has deactivated its Emergency Operations Center following Election Day. According to City of Richmond, the decision to deactivate the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and return to normal operation protocols became effective at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6. On Election Day, the staff at the EOC managed the city's polling locations throughout the day -- maintaining constant communication with local law enforcement, election officials and first responders to ensure proper responses were coordinated in case any issues arise. “Our goal was to ensure a safe and secure voting experience for the residents of Richmond,” Stephen Willoughby, Director of Emergency Communications, Preparedness, and Response said in a statement. “The deactivation of the EOC will allow us to assess our strategies and make necessary adjustments for future activations, ensuring we are continuously improving and enhancing public safety in the City of Richmond.” As the day went on, there were no reported instances of violence, disruptions or security threats during the elections.
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RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- The City of Richmond has deactivated its Emergency Operations Center following Election Day.
According to City of Richmond, the decision to deactivate the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and return to normal operation protocols became effective at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6.
On Election Day, the staff at the EOC managed the city's polling locations throughout the day -- maintaining constant communication with local law enforcement, election officials and first responders to ensure proper responses were coordinated in case any issues arise.
“Our goal was to ensure a safe and secure voting experience for the residents of Richmond,” Stephen Willoughby, Director of Emergency Communications, Preparedness, and Response said in a statement. “The deactivation of the EOC will allow us to assess our strategies and make necessary adjustments for future activations, ensuring we are continuously improving and enhancing public safety in the City of Richmond.”
As the day went on, there were no reported instances of violence, disruptions or security threats during the elections.
