MEET THE BOARD Eric Simmons is with the Mitigation Division of FEMA Region IX in Oakland, CA. Mr. Simmons joined the FMA Board in 2006 as an Advisor providing critical information regarding FEMA’s role in floodplain management. His work focuses on the reduction of flood losses to people and the environment due to unwise floodplain development. Flood hazard mapping and other risk analysis work is the primary method of accomplishing this goal. His responsibilities include leading flood map projects and program management for mitigation activities in California and the Pacific involving
digital map production, needs assessment for new hazard analyses, risk communication, and training on a variety of floodplain management topics. Since joining FEMA in 2005, Mr. Simmons has also supported disaster recovery operations including the Katrina and Sandy disasters. He graduated with a bachelor and masters in civil engineering. Eric, his wife Elaine, and daughter Sofia reside in Walnut Creek. Eric has been an Advisor to the FMA Board since 2006, providing critical information regarding FEMA’s role in floodplain management.