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Congratulations to Nick Zafiratos, COAD Manager, on the successful launch of the Monterey County COAD (Community Organizations Active in Disaster), an initiative of the Community Foundation for Monterey County. Thanks to the 70 participants who joined yesterday’s 3/26/25 video session to hear the long-term goals, benefits of joining and upcoming training and educational opportunities. Special thanks to Laura Emmons, Emergency Services Manager at the Monterey County Department of Emergency Management; Patsy Gasca, Disaster Program Manager at the American Red Cross Central Coast; and Lucy Rojas and Maria Magaña, Community Adaptation Program Coordinators for American Red Cross National Programs for sharing their perspectives. Be sure to visit cfmco.org/COAD and follow @montereycountycoad for the latest news and updates.