Home History Visit Events FAQ I Want To County Departments Home/Emergency Management Joseph M. Esway MGySgt/ USMC (Ret) Director Emergency Management Agency Emergency Management as Defined by FEMA: Emergency Management is the managerial function charged with creating the framework within communities which reduce vulnerability to hazards and cope with disasters. Emergency Management seeks to promote safer, less vulnerable communities with the capacity to cope with hazards and disasters. CCEMA Mission Statement: The Mission of the Cocke County Emergency Management Agency is to preserve life, property, and agriculture through a comprehensive emergency management program of thoughtful planning, effective and responsible communication, training and development, preparedness, timely response, and disaster recovery. The 9 Key Elements of This Mission Are: – Maintain continuity of government – Relationship development through a climate of trust and cooperation – Professional conduct – Good order and discipline – Assumption of value – Leadership – Education – Forces in readiness – Responsible financial and asset management In case of emergency, Please dial 911 immediately You can view emergency notifications and important information on our Facebook Page! Cocke County Emergency Management Agency https://www.facebook.com/cockecountyema/ Helpful links https://smartway.tn.gov/ https://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter.html https://www.weather.gov/mrx/ https://water.weather.gov/ Agency Vision: The vision of the Cocke County Emergency Management Agency is to build on a climate of trust and cooperation among county and city governments, supporting agencies, and citizens. To promote awareness of and respect for the natural and man-made assets and liabilities within the county. To ensure every citizen is prepared and has a mechanism of communication and notification at their disposal in the event of a hazard or disaster. Joseph M. Esway │ Director Emergency Operations Center 120 Fairgrounds Circle Newport, TN. 37821 (423) 613-1772 emadirector@cockecountytn.gov Monica L. Hommel │ Operations Officer emaopso@cockecountytn.gov HELPFUL NUMBERS Sheriff’s Office: 423-623-6004 County Clerk: 423-623-6176 Highway Department: 423-623-3251 Cocke County Mayor Crystal Ottinger HELPFUL LINKS Cocke County Partnership State of Tn Tn Property data Jobs for TN City of Newport City of Parrottsville 360 East Main Street Newport, TN 37821 STAY CONNECTED 423-623-8791 Cottinger@cockecounty.net © Copyright 2021 Cocke County Tennessee | All Rights Reserved | ADA Statement Facebook Twitter Instagram Toggle Sliding Bar Area