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(5) Observations relevant to the transition from emergency response to recovery operations. Section 7-_-_. Interim recovery strategy. (a) Within six months of the activation of a disaster recovery program, the recovery officer shall prepare an interim recovery strategy and transmit it to the mayor and council. (b) The interim recovery strategy shall provide an initial roadmap for recovery operations, identify immediate recovery priorities, and facilitate coordination of early recovery programs and funding opportunities. (c) The interim recovery strategy shall address, to the extent possible, the following elements: (1) A disaster impact and damage assessment, including an overview of losses to housing, infrastructure, the economy, and community services; (2) Immediate housing stabilization measures to address the shelter needs of displaced residents; (3) Community health and social service needs identified in the immediate aftermath of the disaster; (4) Any temporary regulatory measures that may be appropriate to facilitate recovery, including building or permitting modifications; and (5) A summary of State and Federal recovery funding and the County's strategy for accessing such funding. Section 7-_-_. Long-term recovery and resilience plan. (a) Within twelve months following the completion and transmittal of the interim recovery strategy, the recovery officer shall prepare a long-term recovery and resilience plan, which shall be adopted by resolution of the council and shall serve as the County's framework for a specific disaster's recovery operations. (b) The long-term recovery and resilience plan shall address, to the extent possible, the following: (1) Housing recovery strategies to restore and expand the housing stock available to affected residents; (2) Infrastructure restoration plans for the repair, replacement, or improvement of public infrastructure damaged or destroyed by the disaster; (3) Economic recovery strategies for supporting affected businesses and industries, revitalizing local economies, promoting workforce development, and diversifying economic opportunities in affected communities; (4) Measures to address disaster impacts on natural and cultural resources; (5) Consideration of land use policy, hazard mitigation measures, and planning initiatives that support long-term community resilience; and (6) An ongoing framework for meaningful participation by affected residents and communities in the implementation of recovery programs. (c) In preparing the long-term recovery and resilience plan, the recovery officer shall actively engage the community, and shall provide affected individuals opportunities to provide input on recovery programs and priorities. 4