Emergency Management
About
The Emergency Management Department focuses on the needs of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin and the Oneida Community in preparation for, mitigation from, response to and recovery from Emergencies or Disaster that can affect the reservation. The Emergency Management (EM) Department works to create a more resilient community through the development of plans, training of employees and community members, the use of community outreach, and through the development of and participation in exercises that test the capability of the departments and entities of the tribal organization. The EM Department coordinates with tribal and non-tribal response agencies and entities to develop a system of response for simulated and actual events that have the potential to threaten life, property, environment and / or the assets of the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin and its community members.
The Oneida Tribe of Indians Emergency Planning Committee (ONEPC)
The ONEPC assists with maintaining the Oneida Tribe of Indians of Wisconsin Emergency Response Plan (ERP). The ONEPC assists with the implementation of Emergency Actions Plans and when needed can serves as a part of the incident command staff for response to a Declared Emergency within the boundaries of the Oneida Reservation.
Mission Statement
“To prepare the Oneida Nation in advance for any immediate or potential situation that threatens community life, property, environment and/or assets of the Oneida Nation.”
The Emergency Management (EM) Department is responsible for obtaining the necessary coordinated support to meet the needs of the Police, Fire, or Rescue Operations for an Emergency or Disaster that has the potential to or has affected the people and/or assets of the Oneida Reservation. The Emergency Management Department specializes in Hazard Mitigation, Warning and Communications, Disaster Response & Recovery, Emergency Preparedness, Preparedness Grants, as well as developing and conducting exercises and training for the Oneida Tribe. EM assists with the development and implementation of the necessary government to government agreements between Federal, Tribal, and State agencies that integrate multi-jurisdictional emergency response plans and actions which encompass the needs of the entire community. This collaboration and coordination with multiple jurisdictions and disciplines assists the Emergency Management Department with its goal of creating a more resilient community, prepared to respond to and recover from emergencies or disasters that may occur.
Please review the updated draft plan for the Oneida Nation Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan 2026-2031:
Oneida Nation Pre-Disaster Mitigation Plan 2026-2031
Oneida Nation Emergency Response Plan
Disaster Recovery Center Information
Shared Disaster Recovery Center Opening for Brown County and Oneida Nation Residents
A Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) will open in the Green Bay area to assist individuals who have uninsured losses or emergency needs related to the April 13 – 23, 2026, storms and flooding. At a DRC, you can get help applying for federal assistance, get connected or speak to representatives from Brown County, Oneida Nation, as well as state and federal agencies, receive updates on your FEMA application for assistance, and learn about the appeals process. The deadline to apply is August 31, 2026.
The center will open on Monday, July 20th, 2026, and run until Friday, August 14th, 2026, at:
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Public Safety Training Center Room GBP111/113
2565 Larsen Road, Green Bay WI 54303
Parking available behind the public safety training center
Monday through Friday: 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Early closure at 3PM on July 23rd and July 29th
For more information, visit the link here: Shared Disaster Recovery Center Opening for Brown County and Oneida Nation Residents
Forms
ICS Forms
These forms may be used in the event of an emergency/disaster with the Incident Command System.
ICS 215A – Incident Action Plan Safety Analysis
Agreements
Oneida Emergency Management has agreements with Tribal Departments, Federal, State, Local, and Non-Governmental Agencies. These agreements are in place to support all phases of EM coordination and response efforts, in effort to preserve life safety for the Oneida community and protect the assets of the Oneida Tribe on Indians of WI.
Agreements:
Ashwaubenon Service Agreement
Brown County Service Agreement
City of Green Bay Service Agreement
Town of Oneida Service Agreement
Outagamie County Service Agreement
Mutual Aid Box Alarm System Agreement
People and Paws Search and Rescue Agreement
Red Cross Shelter Agreement- Civic Center
Red Cross Shelter Agreement- Family Fitness Center
Wisconsin State Frequency Agreement
2-1-1 Agreement
Amateur Radio Emergency Service Agreement
Adopted and Passed Resolutions:
EMHS 09-22-10-A: East Central Mutual Aid Compact w/ EM-HS
EMHS 07-14-10-A: Mutual Aid Box Alarm Mutual Aid Agreement
EMHS 05-26-10-C: Emergency Response Plan Adoption
EMHS 05-25-10-D: Multi-Hazards Mitigation 5 year Plan
EMHS 03-14-07-A: National Incident Management Standard for Oneida
EMHS 12-20-06-G: Amendments to the Emergency Service Ordinance
EMHS 01-09-08-C: NEW Safety Agreement with ASH/EM-HS
ONEPC 07-15-98-A: Emegency Service Ordinance
Tribal Wide Policies:
EMHS: Emergency/Disaster Communication Plan
* All agreements are available upon request, by calling (920) 869-6650. *
Policies
Current Oneida Emergency Management Policies can be viewed by clicking on the following links:
Emergency Disaster Communication Plan Standards
This plan outlines the communication plan standards which all Tribal emergency responders are to use for an emergency/disaster affecting the Tribal workforce and community.
Provides for the development and execution of plans, direction of emergency management, response, and recovery, establishes the use of NIMS, and designates authority and responsibilities for public health preparedness.
National Incident Management System (NIMS) Resolution
Establishes a comprehensive standard approach for incident management to ensure the tribe has the capability to work efficiently and effectively, alone or with other governments, in case of an emergency or disaster.
Staff
Director Kaylynn Biely
Kaylynn Biely was hired as the Director of Emergency Management on July 19th, 2015. Before being hired as the Director Kaylynn spent from Feb 2013 until July 2015 as the Acting Director of EM for the Oneida Tribe. Kaylynn had previously worked as the Deputy Director of EM for Oneida since January of 2008. Kaylynn started in the Emergency Management Department in June 2007, when she was hired as intern. During her time as an intern she had the opportunity to gain an in-depth knowledge base of Emergency Management. Ms. Gresham was then hired as the Deputy Director of Emergency Management on January 27th, 2008.
Kaylynn is an active member of WEMA (Wisconsin Emergency Management Association), as well a member of the East Central Regional IMT (Incident Management Team).
Education:
Masters of Science in Criminal Justice Administration; Bachelor of Science in Social Change and Development with an emphasis in Law and Justice; Bachelor of Arts in Communication of the Arts with an emphasis in Graphic Design, and a Minor in First Nations Studies.
Specialized Training:
Wisconsin Certified Emergency Manager Certification; 2008 Graduate of Fox Valley Tech. Law Enforcement Academy; Threat Liaison Officer – Department of Homeland Security; Incident Command Systems (ICS) Certified Trainer – ICS100 – ICS400 – FEMA; Incident Management Team-Wisconsin Emergency Management; Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Trainer and CERT Program Manager; Trainer for FEMA Basic Academy.
Kaylynn is also a veteran with Active Duty Service in the U.S. Army from 1991-1999 with an honorable discharge.
Emergency Planning Committee
The ONEPC is appointed by the Oneida Business Committee and shall serve as the Oneida Nation emergency planning and oversight committee. The ONEPC shall also assist in sub-groups for EMHS including, but not limited to planning, budget, training, and/or community outreach.
ONEPC Members
Ron King Sr., Chairman
Jim Taylor, Vice-Chair
Paula (Pogi) King-Dessart, Secretary
Members- Parker Plitz, Phil Wisneski, Rich Van Boxtel, Faye Ninham, Eric Krawczyk, Shad Webster, Jacque Boyle
Networking Agencies
Ready.gov gives you advice on how to prepare and be ready for disasters.
Brown County 2-1-1 is an excellent way to find resources in Brown County.
Wisconsin Emergency Management
Department of Homeland Security
NIMS & ICS
The Purpose of NIMS
In March 2004, the Secretary of Homeland Security, at the request of the President, released the National Incident Management System (NIMS). The NIMS is a comprehensive system that improves response operations through the use of the Incident Command System (ICS) and the application of standardized procedures and preparedness measures. It promotes development of cross-jurisdictional, statewide, and interstate regional mechanisms for coordinating response and obtaining assistance during a large-scale or complex incident.
The National Incident Management System (NIMS) and Incident Command System (ICS) from the Emergency Management Institute are free on-line courses that allow you to learn the management and command systems pertinent to when natural or man-made incidents/emergencies occur.
ICS-100 Introduction to the Incident Command System
ICS-200 Enables personnel to operate efficiently during an incident or event within the Incident Command System (ICS).
NIMS-700 Introduction and overview of the National Incident Management System (NIMS).
NIMS-800 Introduction to the concepts and principles of the National Response Framework.
Weather
Be Prepared
Flooding Information
No matter where you live, if you have been impacted by the flooding please call 211 or Emergency Management to report any amount of damage.
Anyone who may have had water in their basement as a result of the rains/flooding please report the information. It will help Emergency Management get a good picture of how the community was impacted by the rain and flooding and help secure additional resources that may be available now and for the future.
**For items that are not able to go into the dumpsters, enrolled tribal members can utilize the Hazardous & E-Waste Voucher. Click here for the latest information regarding the Online Electronic and Hazardous Waste Voucher service available to Oneida Membership
