Archives Identifier00343Date Range1989-1994DescriptionThe dates of these records cover mostly 1992-1994 though occasionally there are earlier papers, some back to 1980s. The dates covered by the files coincides approximately with the appointment of Dr Neil Britton who was not happy with the previously filing classification or filing duties allocation. The Office name was changed during this period from Wellington Civil Defence Department to Emergency Management Office (EMO), or Wellington Emergency Management Office (WEMO). Files retained contain information about major administration events, such as appointments and redunancies, department name changes, new accommodation, reports, etc. and information on the department's functions: administration,mitigation, preparedness, liaison with Council and CD agencies and groups, recovery, emergency management plans, publicity and promotions, preparing the Council emergency strategic plan, EOC (exercises), training, etc.Quantity (Linear Metres)2MediumFileSystem of ArrangementIn file number orderCollection TypeWellington City Council