Preparedness Training

The libary is pleased to present 1LT Kyle Kilmer. Citizen Preparedness Corps (CPC), who will present a trainnig session on preparing residents for emergencies and disasters. The Citizen Preparedness Corps (CPC) is an Emergency Preparedness program initiated back in 2014 to provide residents the knowledge and tools to prepare for emergencies and disasters, respond accordingly, and recover as quickly as possible. New York National Guard Service Members, working with experts from the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) and local Emergency Management personnel, are holding classes across the state. The program covers a broad range of emergency preparedness topics like developing a family emergency plan, what to do in the case of an Active Shooter situation, stocking up on emergency supplies, and registering for NY-Alert, the free statewide emergency alert system. The program was designed by the NYS Division of Homeland Securiy & Emergency Services (DHSES) with classes held across the state.  We hope you will take this opportunity to gain the knowledge & tools necessary to prepare for emergences of all types, respond accordingly, and recover as quickly as possible.

Please register below. Registration is limited. Registration guarantees a spot in the program. Registration does not guarantee a parking spot. The library encourages carpooling as much as possible.