Governor Pawlenty has ordered the Minnesota National Guard to assist and support with power generation, search and rescue operations and humanitarian relief in areas affected by the severe winter storm.
I, TIM PAWLENTY, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and applicable laws, do hereby issue this emergency executive order:
WHEREAS, on March 1, 2007, a severe winter storm hit the state of Minnesota;
WHEREAS, the storm has brought to many areas ice, snow and high winds creating blizzard-like conditions and causing road and highway closures; and
WHEREAS, these conditions create a potential for power outages and stranded motorists; and
WHEREAS, local authorities in some affected areas do not have adequate local resources for providing power generation, shelter or humanitarian relief to persons affected by the severe winter storm; and
WHEREAS, local civil authorities have requested power generation assets, facilities for shelter, personnel on standby for rescue missions, and other related assistance from the Minnesota National Guard.
NOW, THEREFORE, I hereby order that:
1. The Adjutant General of Minnesota order to state active duty on or about March 1, 2007, in the service of the State, such personnel and equipment of the military forces of the State as required, and for such period of time as necessary to assist and support of power generation, search and rescue operations and humanitarian relief in affected areas of Minnesota.
2. The Adjutant General is authorized to purchase, lease or contract goods or services necessary to accomplish the mission.
3. The cost of subsistence, transportation, fuel, pay and allowances of said individuals shall by defrayed from the general fund of the State, as provided for in Minnesota Statutes 2006, Sections 192.49, 192.52 and 192.54.
Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes 2006, Section 4.035, Subdivision 2, this Order is effective immediately and shall remain in effect until such date as elements of the military forces of the State are no longer required.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, I have set my hand this 1st day of March, 2007.
