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Preparing for a Very Rainy Day MG Martha T. Rainville, USAF (ret) Richard F. Woodford, Jr.

Preparing for a Very Rainy Day MG Martha T. Rainville, USAF (ret) Richard F. Woodford, Jr. . Agenda and Questions. What is the proper role of ethics officials in preparing for and responding to losses of personnel and resources?

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Preparing for a Very Rainy Day MG Martha T. Rainville, USAF (ret) Richard F. Woodford, Jr.

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  1. Preparing for a Very Rainy DayMG Martha T. Rainville, USAF (ret)Richard F. Woodford, Jr.

  2. Agenda and Questions • What is the proper role of ethics officials in preparing for and responding to losses of personnel and resources? • Overview of Continuity of Operations and Emergency Management concepts • Ethical issues and best practices from the field.

  3. Emerging Issues • Be Prepared • “Do it now” mode will overpower the unprepared • Use Public Affairs expertise • Have a single point of contact for offers • Bring a seat to the table • Saturate your agency with ethics

  4. Fundraising • Best left to the professionals • Combined Federal Campaign • Know your tax-exempt charities • be wary of fraudsters, “new” charities • Identify all charities impartially • Consult with CFC and OPM

  5. Gifts • Gift rules apply to feds, not to families of the deceased, or employees of other jurisdictions. • 5 CFR part 2635 sub B applies ($20, etc) • Agency accepts “on behalf of” USG. • Privacy Act • Federal Claims, Endorsements, Travel • Use the OGE FAQ

  6. Volunteers • Generally, barred from accepting services • (31 USC § 1342) • Do you have the authority to accept? • Redirect them to those who can accept • NGO’s (Red Cross, Red Crescent) • State Service Commission • Corporation for National Community Service

  7. Commemorative Activities • If official, appropriated funds may be authorized for use • If privately sponsored, use extra scrutiny to safeguard public funds and resources • Because sensitivities are high, this area can be fraught with a “just do it” mentality. • “There are no shortcuts in rendering proper honors”

  8. COOP, COG, and EM**Or How to stop worrying and learn to love your plan. • Continuity of Operations • Continuity of Government • Emergency Management

  9. Questions and Answers Thank you for your participation

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