Intro to EWEB's Pledge to Prepare Program
"Peace of Mind Starts with a Plan."
Presented in partnership with Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB)
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About
The earthquake lasted less than a minute. But now the power’s out, cell service is spotty, and the tap has run dry. Would you be ready?
We all want to be prepared for an emergency, but it can be hard to know where to start. Sign up for this session to learn more about the Eugene Water & Electric Board’s Pledge to Prepare program and start your journey toward achieving personal preparedness in 2026.
EWEB’s Pledge to Prepare program breaks down the preparedness process into manageable steps. Each month, you’ll tackle one small checklist, so getting prepared never feels overwhelming or expensive.
Program Schedule
| Class | Date | Time | Register |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jan. 14, 2026 | 4:30 to 6 p.m. | REGISTER |
| 2 | Jan. 21, 2026 | 1 to 2:30 p.m. | REGISTER |
| 3 | Jan. 28, 2026 | 10 to 11:30 a.m. | REGISTER |
What to Expect
EWEB Emergency Management Specialist, Jenny Demaris, will detail the hazards that are relevant to our region and explain why personal preparedness is key to community resilience. She will then walk through the Pledge to Prepare program, highlighting how it maps to the state’s recommendation to Be 2 Weeks Ready. Jenny will also provide additional resources and recommendations for those who would like to dig in deeper or connect to other community preparedness groups and programs.
Participants will receive a free, 3-gallon water container, a HELP/OK sign, and a packet of materials with helpful emergency preparedness resources.
Why it Matters
Emergency Preparedness: A Shared Responsibility
Emergency preparedness is a shared responsibility and in a major disaster, utilities and other first responders will be stretched thin. EWEB is investing in critical infrastructure and planning how we’ll respond in emergencies. By joining Pledge to Prepare, you’ll learn how to make your home and family more resilient, which allows emergency resources to be allocated to those who need them most!
About the Facilitator
Jenny currently serves as an Emergency Management Specialist at Eugene Water & Electric Board. Prior to this role, she spent 12 years as Lincoln County’s Emergency Manager, where she also served as the Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coordinator and the County’s Public Safety Radio Communications Coordinator.
She holds a Certificate in Emergency Management Leadership from Linn Benton Community College and has completed extensive FEMA training over the past 25 years. Jenny began her career in the healthcare industry, specializing in safety, environment of care, and emergency management. Her leadership and service have been recognized statewide—she was named Oregon Emergency Manager of the Year in 2012 and received the Oregon State Sheriff’s Association Emergency Manager of the Year award in 2021.
Her expertise includes planning and activation of Emergency Operations Centers, developing and implementing training and exercise programs, and leading community outreach and education initiatives.
