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  • “I’m proud of you. I knew you could do it all along.” People are the heart of Brookdale
    When you walk through the doors of the Brookdale Resource Center – formerly known as the Brookdale Warming Center – you’re greeted by a smiling, friendly, and welcoming security guard before heading into the main office to be greeted by even more smiling faces. After checking in, your next sight is a floor to ceiling […]

    February 13, 2026 published by Chris Floore

  • “We weren’t going to take no for an answer.” The story behind the opening of the Brookdale Resource Center, Part 1
    The Brookdale Warming Center opened its doors at noon on January 6, 2021, and within an hour, the first resident walked through the doors. Its opening had only been announced two days prior, on January 4. It was physically set up to from January 1-5. The first partner meetings on what was needed to make […]

    February 6, 2026 published by Chris Floore

  • EMA seeking public input for five-year disaster planning
    The Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is currently updating its Pre-Disaster Hazard Mitigation Plan and is seeking input from the public as a way to make sure all potential hazards are identified. It also allows the EMA to gauge the preparedness level of departments, agencies, and people to plan for mitigation efforts and develop more effective […]

    January 23, 2026 published by Chris Floore

  • Five Years of Hope | Brookdale Resource Center
    Brookdale Resource Center helps thousands of people along the road to a stronger, safer future. At noon on January 6 five years ago, the Brookdale Resource Center (then known as the Brookdale Warming Center) opened its doors and welcomed its first resident. Since then, 4,862 people have come through the doors for a warm and […]

    January 6, 2026 published by Emily Hopkins

  • Mayor proclaims National Emergency Management Awareness Month in Macon-Bibb
    On Tuesday, August 19, at the Commission Meeting, Mayor Lester Miller presented a proclamation in honor of National Emergency Management Awareness Month. Dozens of people, who are part of our Emergency Support Functions (ESFs) stood alongside our Emergency Management Agency (EMA) team, as the Mayor read the proclamation. This inaugural month-long celebration, which stems from […]

    August 21, 2025 published by Edna Ruiz

  • EMA Preparedness Fair returns in May
    After having to postpone its Emergency Preparedness Fair in September because of Hurricane Helene, Macon-Bibb County’s Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is inviting the entire community to another opportunity for them to get prepared. The rescheduled Fair will take place on Saturday, May 31, from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Wesleyan College in the Candler […]

    April 18, 2025 published by Emily Hopkins

  • EMA Preparedness Calendars available now
    New year, new calendar! Our Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is making it easy for you to stay up to date, while also staying safe. EMA has officially released its 2025 Community Preparedness Calendar.   “These calendars were such a hit the first year, we knew they needed to come back again,” said Emergency Management Director Spencer […]

    January 10, 2025 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Emergency Preparedness Calendar Competition
    We want to show your child’s artwork in our next Emergency Preparedness Calendar! Our Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is inviting all students (K-12) who attend a Macon-Bibb County school to submit artwork for the 2025 Calendar.  Students can draw or paint any artwork including preparedness actions, natural disasters, man-made disasters, or communications. You can see […]

    September 13, 2024 published by Edna Ruiz

  • Macon It podcast focuses on emergency preparedness
    Heat waves, and tornadoes, and zombie apocalypses, OH MY! Be prepared for any emergency situation with Macon-Bibb Emergency Management Agency Director Spencer Hawkins by listening to the latest edition of the Macon It podcast. You can find it on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or Amazon. You can also click here.  Previous guests have included Mayor Lester Miller, Macon […]

    September 9, 2024 published by Edna Ruiz

  • EMA holding 3rd annual Emergency Preparedness Fair
    Macon-Bibb County’s Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is inviting the entire community to its third annual Emergency Preparedness Fair on Saturday, September 28, at the Elaine H. Lucas Senior Center (132 Willis Smokie Glover Drive) from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. People will be able to hear from about a dozen different preparedness and safety agencies […]

    August 23, 2024 published by Edna Ruiz

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