The Kentucky Association of Mitigation Managers (KAMM) was formed in order to promote natural hazard mitigation and management in Kentucky. Our members represent local floodplain coordinators, planning and zoning officials, engineers, surveyors, GIS specialists, hydrologists, public safety and emergency managers.

Purpose of the KAMM

To provide a forum for floodplain coordinators, emergency and mitigation managers, engineers, code enforcement officials and surveyors;

To gain knowledge and network on issues pertinent to floodplain management, mitigation, and disaster recovery;
To promote public awareness of floodplain and stormwater management and mitigation;
To promote the professional status of floodplain, stormwater, and emergency management and mitigation and to secure all benefits resulting therefrom;
To enhance cooperation and to exchange information among various related private and non-profit organizations; individuals; and local, state and federal agencies;
To inform individuals concerned with floodplain, stormwater, and emergency management and mitigation through educational and professional seminars and to provide a method for dissemination of information, both general and technical;
To inform concerned individuals of pending floodplain, stormwater, and emergency management and mitigation legislation and other hazard related matters;
To study and support legislation pertinent and necessary to the effective implementation of floodplain and stormwater management and mitigation regulations.

Things You Should Know:

KAMM sponsors an annual conference to promote mitigation awareness and as a forum for local, state, and federal officials to educate the public. KAMM is a Chapter Member of the Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM) (www.floods.org).

As a Chapter Member of ASFPM, KAMM provides an opportunity to take Certified Floodplain Manager training during it’s conference.