Webinars on the Community Rating System
The CRS Webinar Series provides training opportunities to communities that are not yet participating in the Community Rating System or local government staff that are new to the CRS, and to local government staff with experience in the CRS. The Series includes basic introductory sessions and more advanced topics, most averaging about an hour in length.
Schedule
| Date | Title |
|---|---|
| July 16 | Developing a Repetitive Loss Area Analysis |
| July 17 | Flood Warning & Response (Activity 610) |
| August 20 | Introduction to CRS |
| August 21 | Watershed Impact Adjustment Maps (Activity 450) |
| September 17 | Credit for Drainage System Maintenance (Activity 540) |
| September 18 | Preparing an Annual Recertification |
| October 15 | Preparing for a Verification Visit |
| October 16 | Watershed Impact Adjustment Maps (Activity 450) |
| November 19 | Introduction to CRS |
| November 20 | CRS and Coastal Hazards |
| December 17 | Natural Floodplain Functions and the CRS |
| December 18 | Preparing an Annual Recertification |
Registration
Click here and type “CRS” in the search field to view webinars that are now open for registration.
If you have questions about the CRS Webinar Series, please contact Becca.Croft@atkinsglobal.com.
Emergency Management Institute Courses
Community Rating System (CRS) training opportunities are offered throughout the year at the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA’s) Emergency Management Institute (EMI) and at field-deployed locations. New CRS coordinators are encouraged to attend the 4-day CRS class (E278). The course is free, and travel expenses are covered for those accepted to the EMI. Click here for course information and schedules.
Videos
Pocket Guide to the Community Rating System
Community Rating System (CRS) Overview
CRS Activity 610 – Flood Warning & Response
CRS Users Groups
CRS communities across the country have formed CRS Users Groups to share information about CRS activities and credits. The groups also offer training opportunities. Click below for contact information for each group.
List of All CRS Users Groups