RBCERTAA Is Ready for A Disaster

Redondo Beach Community Emergency Response Team Alumni Association (RBCERTAA) is an all volunteer, non-profit organization created to organize and maintain the skill levels of CERT graduates. We accomplish this by supporting and attending ongoing emergency preparedness training. Members are encouraged to achieve a high level of preparedness and provide volunteer support to the Redondo Beach Fire Department in the event of a major emergency.

RBCERTAA works closely with the Redondo Beach Fire Department, Safety Commission, Citizen Corp Council and the Medical Reserve Corps to ensure the community is prepared for major emergencies.


RBCERTAA RECEIVES GRANT FROM RAYTHEON


RBCERTAA applied for and won a grant from Raytheon Corporation for a Mobile Command Vehicle. RBCERTAA took possession of the vehicle in November 2011. The 1991 Grumman Step Van is customized for use in a disaster response. This vehicle has a potential to take RBCERT to the next level of preparedness for disaster response. It can put us in action quickly. The Mobile Command Vehicle was dubbed the "Mothership" because it will be the "home base" for RBCERT Command and the hub for Communications. Our "Net Controllers" will utilize UHF & HAM radios, in conjunction with a repeater to be located at or around BCHD, to manage our communications network and coordinate CERT IC with Field Teams and the rest of the National Emergency Infrastructure. We will have the capability of live broadcasts, on a global basis if needed, to communicate with First Responders, Food and Sheltering organizations or even broadcast media updating the world of our plight.


Features:

  • Less than 5,000 Miles on the Odometer
  • High Capacity Generator with less than 10 hours use
  • Electrical Outlets
  • 2 Inside Built-in Desks
  • Built in Storage Inside
  • 11 Outside Locking Storage compartments
  • Outside Flood Lights
  • Pull-Out Awning for Protection from Sun and Rain

THE LAST DAY TO SAVE THE MOTHERSHIP IS MAY 3RD!

The Deadline has been extended to June 7

The RBCERTAA Board of Directors is split over the issue of keeping the Mobile Command Vehicle because it adds additional fixed costs, such as insurance and registration, to our already underfunded 2012 budget. Our Fundraising Committee has until the next board meeting, May 3rd, to raise $5,000 to keep the vehicle. If the funds are not raised we may be forced to sell the vehicle and give up this rare opportunity to take RBCERT to the next level of preparedness by adding an Emergency Response Mobile Command Vehicle to our RBCERTAA Equipment List. Please Help Save The Mothership!


Mothership at FD (54K)

Funding for the Mothership is needed for:

  • Annual Insurance $1,441 (Est.)
  • Annual Registration $600 (Est.)
  • Paint Job, Decals and Lettering
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Communication Equipment
  • Medical Supplies
  • External Lighting for Base

HERE IS HOW YOU CAN HELP:

  • Donate to RBCERTAA by check (Specify "to Save the Mothership Fund")
  • Send to RBCERTAA, PO BOX 1894. Redondo Beach, CA 90278
  • Donate with PayPal, Click here:
  • Pay by Credit Card or use your personal PayPal account
  • Ask your Employer if they match donations
  • Approach your employer, or a local business you visit regularly
  • Suggest or Host a fundraiser

    • Contact us:
    RBCERTAA.DONATIONS@gmail.com
    RBCERTAA, PO BOX 1894, REDONDO BEACH, CA 90278

    For questions or ideas regarding the "Mothership" call:
    President, Gary Horn: 818-841-0000
    Fundraising Chair, Nancy Nickels: 310-701-8186


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