Pack a Go Bag
Assemble a shelter-in-place kit and an emergency go bag long before a disaster occurs, and keep them easily accessible so you are prepared for an emergency.
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Create Your Family Emergency Communication Plan
Communication networks could be unreliable during a disaster, and electricity could be disrupted. Planning ahead will help ensure family members know how to reach each other and where to meet in an emergency. You can learn more here.
Take a CPR Class
CPR can help save a life if a person’s breathing or heart stops. The Red Cross offers a range of remote and in-person classes at affordable rates. You can learn more here.
What Is the Block Captain’s Role in Emergency Preparedness?
Block Captains are the conduit between residents and emergency services during an emergency. They have two-way radios to communicate with Belvedere’s Emergency Operations Center.
What is the Block Captain’s Role During an Emergency?
In a disaster, the Block Captain’s first responsibility is for the safety of their family and home. If there is time, the Block Captain’s role is to check on neighbors, especially those with special needs, and disseminate information from the City’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC) to residents. The Block Captain also gathers information about the … Continued
What Are Block Captain Activities?
Meet nearby residents and greet new neighbors Attend Block Captain meetings and trainings, about twice per year Keep their two-way radios charged
How Often do Block Captains Meet?
Block Captains meet about twice yearly to receive updates and participate in emergency drills.
Do Block Captains Need Specialist Skills?
No, if you are able-bodied and can operate a two-way radio, you can become a block captain. Residents with specialist skills, such as medical or emergency services training, are valuable to our program, so please highlight that on the signup form.
When does the City clean the streets?
Belvedere streets are swept in zones. For details on the City’s Street Maintenance Programs, please visit the street sweeping web page.
For an ADU, can minimum lot size, floor area, or lot coverage requirements be imposed?
No, while local governments may impose certain development standards on ADUs, these standards shall not include minimum lot size, floor area, or coverage requirements.