Resolution # ______________________________________________________________________ RESOLUTION DECLARING THE (Tribal Council) DESIRE TO BE A MEMBER JURISDICTION OF THE STATE OF MONTANA, INTRASTATE MUTUAL AID ______________________________________________________________________ WHEREAS, emergencies and disasters transcend political jurisdictional boundaries; and WHEREAS, the timely commitment of available resources to emergencies and disasters can save lives and protect property; and WHEREAS, intergovernmental coordination and cooperation are essential for the protection of lives and property during emergencies and disasters; and WHEREAS, intergovernmental preparation for potential emergencies and disasters is critical to effectively and efficiently respond to actual emergencies and disasters. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the (Tribal Council) that there is a desire to be a member jurisdiction of the Statewide Mutual Aid System, pursuant to Section 10-3906 (3), MCA. And that nothing contained herein prevents the (Tribal Council) from entering into any other mutual aid system or agreement. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that copies of this resolution be filed with the Montana Disaster and Emergency Services Division in Helena. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the (Tribal Nation) this ( ) day of ( ), 2 (_ ). (SEAL) __________________ (Chairman/ President) ATTEST: (Secretary)