Overview of the Contractor Registration Program
- Local officials should meet to be briefed on the registration program once an emergency ordinance/resolution is passed. Make sure to include emergency personnel and law enforcement representatives.
- A press release should be sent to all media sources to emphasize the emergency registration requirements. (Click here for a sample release.)
- Establish a registration office/location for contractors.
- Distribute fliers throughout the affected area. Click here for a sample of the "Attention All Contractors" flier. (640k PDF) Inform victims of emergency ordinance. Provide consumer brochure "Disaster Scams".
- Begin taking registrations. It is a good idea to make a copy of each applicant's drivers license during this process.
- Contractor registration forms (73k PDF) are received and the information is verified by intake personnel. The local officials (mayor, county judge executive or other official) evaluate and have the ultimate responsibility for approving or disapproving applicants.
- If approved, the Contractor Registration certificate is signed and issued to the contractor. Click here for a sample. (264k PDF) It is also a good idea to print these foms on bright colored paper for easy visibility.
- Arrange for local law enforcement to conduct sweeps throughout the area. Request assistance in checking contractors to insure that they are registered.
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