About NEPA
Founded in 2016, the Nevada Emergency Preparedness Association (NEPA) was created to build a more resilient Nevada and to further the professional development of emergency preparedness practitioners in Nevada.
Our Mission
Improving statewide resilience through cooperative, multi-stakeholder processes and the professional development of emergency preparedness practitioners.
Our Values
Collaboration
Working together across all sectors to strengthen Nevada's emergency preparedness.
Commitment
Dedicated to the continuous improvement of emergency management practices.
Competence
Promoting professional excellence and expertise in emergency preparedness.
Governance Documents
Learn more about NEPA's organizational structure and governance through our official bylaws.
View NEPA Bylaws (PDF)Last Updated: October 2022
Current Board of Directors
Executive Director
Solome Barton
Emergency Management Specialist
North Las Vegas
President
Jon Bakkedahl
Emergency Manager
Carson City
Term Expires Spring 2026
Vice President
Christine Ciccotelli
OEM Specialist
Henderson
Term Expires Spring 2027
Treasurer
Tanner Dye
Douglas County Emergency Management
Term Expires Spring 2027
Secretary
Janell Woodward
Grants Analyst
NV Office of Emergency Management
Term Expires Spring 2026
Immediate Past President
Matt Williams
Organizational Resilience Coordinator
University of Nevada, Reno
Term Expires Spring 2026
Regional Directors
Western Nevada Director
Taylor Allison
Emergency Manager
Lyon County
Southern Nevada Director
Mary Camin
Training Officer
City of Las Vegas OEM
Eastern Nevada Director
Lee Cabaniss
Emergency Manager
Elko County
Leadership History
Presidents
Vice Presidents
Secretaries
Treasurers
Organization Status
501(c)3 Organization
Nevada Emergency Preparedness Association is a registered non-profit organization.