Team member Poko Giacomini co- leads the West Marin Community Resiliency Team (CRT) alongside Stefhanie Gallegos of West Marin Community Services. In partnership with Marin County Public Health and other local organizations, they strengthen West Marin’s ability to prevent, prepare for, and respond to public health challenges. Current priorities include overdose prevention, emergency preparedness— particularly around climate change impacts—and expanding access to essential services. Through health fairs, community trainings, information sharing, and the distribution of Narcan and fentanyl test strips, the CRT is making a measurable difference.
Prepared, Responsive, and Resilient
This year, we dedicated time and resources to developing a comprehensive emergency and disaster plan for the Community Center. The plan outlines key roles, responsibilities, and procedures to ensure the continuation of critical operations during any type of disaster. All staff participated in a disaster preparedness training that included scenario planning and detailed operational exercises. The plan also defines our role as a designated county emergency shelter—ready to open at a moment’s notice to provide temporary or long-term support in response to local disasters. By planning comprehensively and training proactively, we are ensuring that the Community Center is prepared to respond swiftly and care for our community when it matters most.
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