ABOUT

Our Mission

To provide support to the town during emergencies and planned events, assist first responders, and disseminate disaster preparedness information to the community.

​

What is CERT

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a volunteer organization that trains individuals to help themselves, and their communities during emergency situations. 

CERT is a national program within the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

There are over 2700 CERT's in communities across all 50 states with over 600,000 trained volunteers. 

​

CERT in New Milford

•Provided traffic and pedestrian management for various Town events and activities including:

•Village Fair Days Road Race

•Flu vaccine clinic

•Food Bank distribution

•Trunk or Treat

•July 4th Fireworks

•COVID testing and vaccine clinics

•Provided emergency shelters during extreme weather events and other emergency situations.

•Trained with other first responders so we can support them during town emergencies. 

•Participated in a variety of roles to help the citizens of New Milford.

​

Mentions

From New Milford Park & Rec Director:

“…We highly value the CERT’s commitment to public service and their tireless efforts to enhance the quality of life in our town. Their presence remains a vital asset to our department and the community at large…”

 

From Chief of Department, Water Witch Hose Company #2

“…It is with great respect and sincere appreciation that we recognize the New Milford C.E.R.T. for your longstanding commitment to supporting the needs and operations of New Milford’s emergency services—especially during the most challenging and demanding incidents….”