Manhattan Beach Community Emergency Response Team Association (MBCERTA) Funding Request – Fiscal Year 2027
The Manhattan Beach Community Emergency Response Team Association (MBCERTA) is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to enhancing disaster preparedness, public safety, and emergency response capabilities within the City of Manhattan Beach since 2008.
MBCERTA fulfills its mission through community outreach, preparedness education, training programs, and participation in emergency exercises. In addition, MBCERTA provides trained volunteer support to the Manhattan Beach Fire Department if activated/deployed by the City in the event of an emergency.
In support of these ongoing eƯorts, MBCERTA respectfully requests an allocation of $10,200 as part of the City Council’s annual budget. This funding will directly support the following programs and services:
Community Event Medical Support
Provision of first aid and medical support booths at major community events, including the Hometown Fair, Chevron Grand Prix, 6-Man Volleyball Tournament, local 5K events.
CERT and Red Cross Training Programs
Delivery of the FEMA Basic CERT training class to equip residents with essential disaster response skills. Continue Red Cross-certified CPR/AED/First Aid training classes 6x a year.
Organizational Communications
Maintain significant mobile communication equipment and infrastructure along with trained operators to ensure operational readiness. Emergency Preparedness and Planning Support
Participation in the City’s Emergency Operations Plan and coordinated exercises, including the annual Great ShakeOut Drill.
This funding will enable MBCERTA to continue providing essential volunteer support, expand community preparedness eƯorts, and enhance the City’s overall resilience in the event of an emergency.