Recent activity at California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)
Meetings, budgets, and plans from this organization.
Aug 14, 2026·Board meeting agenda
Domestic Violence Advisory Council Notice Of Meeting
The meeting focuses on agency updates from Cal OES regarding staff, programs, and funding, alongside reports from the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence concerning legislation and upcoming events. Strategic planning for the Domestic Violence program involves reviewing the state budget's impact, considering changes to grant subaward applications, and addressing victim safety. The agenda also includes updates to the Grants Central System and administrative business regarding council vacancies and future meeting topics.
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The board meeting included a review of legislative and governmental affairs, covering various state and federal bills related to 911 and 988 services. Reports were provided by several working groups, including the accessibility and equal access group, the implementation working group, and the call handling solution analysis working group. Discussions focused on the clarification of interoperability requirements, legal and contractual obligations for call handling systems, and the need for improved communication between stakeholders and the department.
Jun 9, 2026·Board meeting
9-1-1 Advisory Board Meeting Recording
The board meeting included a review of NextGen 911 platform progress, director comments on emergency response priorities, and updates on the transition to a statewide 911 solution. The session also featured a legislative report detailing pending state and federal bills related to 911 and 988 services, followed by a discussion on the distinction between call processing equipment and network core services.
May 11, 2026·Board meeting
Statewide Marac Meeting Presentation
The meeting focused on the Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) program, a FEMA initiative administered by the state. Presenters discussed the program's eligibility requirements for cities, counties, and states, emphasizing that the application must be submitted while a fire is burning uncontrolled. Key discussion topics included the cost-share breakdown, annual state cost thresholds based on population, and the four main criteria for FEMA approval: threat to lives and property, resource availability, extreme fire conditions, and potential major economic impact. The presentation also detailed the application process, including required documentation, the use of initial and customized mapping for fire analysis, and the critical importance of timing the submission to ensure the request is not prematurely denied.
