Deep freezes are expected this weekend. If you are already trained to volunteer at Egan Warming Centers – Thank You.
Want to help out? The next in-person training is on Saturday, January 20. There is also Zoom training on Tuesday, January 23rd and Thursday, February 28th. When you volunteer, you’re certain to see some of your SCCO friends helping out.
Here’s a link to sign up for the next training sessions.
The nearest Egam warming center is off Maxwell Road just south of Beltline.
The quarterly Social Justice Committee presentation was the featured portion of the January 4 meeting – Mobility International USA. This is especially good to view if you have friends or relatives who are mobility impaired. Here is a link to the video.
There is also a video with committee reports and a general discussion about ideas for new events in Santa Clara that could be sponsored by the SCCO. There are a lot of interesting ideas. If you would like to help or have other ideas, let us know by emailing us at contact@santaclaracommunity.org. Here’s the link to the Committee Reports video.
The CERT Basic Training program is a hybrid course with an initial online class, and then three in-person classes.
The first step: Obtain your FEMA Student Identification (SID) number
To reduce the risk of identity theft, FEMA, the National Fire Academy (NFA), and the Emergency Management Institute (EMI) are eliminating the use of the Social Security Number (SSN), where possible when applying for training.
FEMA has implemented the use of a Student Identification (SID) number. You will be required to obtain and use the SID in applying for NFA or EMI courses. This number will be used in place of the SSN on your application.Read more on how to obtain your SID https://cdp.dhs.gov/femasid
The second step: complete the online portion of the course.
Here is the link https://cert.hazready.com/CourseCatalog
Be sure to scroll down and click on the course titled: ONLINE TRAINING – CERT 2021 en. Then click on the REGISTER button.The third step: Once you finish the online portion of the course, you will need to forward your completion certificate to me, Tracy Baier, at: TBAIER1@amfam.com.
That certificate will be your key to registration for the in-person training.The fourth step: Register online for the class at https://eugene-cert.com/cert-basic-training
That will reserve your seat for the class.
The next public in-person class is the evening of March 12th and 14th, with the Final Drill on March 16th.
Another class is planned for Fall of 2024.Learn about upcoming monthly classes on our webpage https://eugene-cert.com/calendar
You may also join our Facebook Page to view posts for other local events, information, and education links.
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to email Tracy Baier at: TBAIER1@amfam.com.
Here’s a reminder that Troop 182 is scheduling Christmas Tree pickups now through January 28th. This is their main fundraiser for the year. You can schedule your tree pickup at www.trees182.com . You can also email boyscouttroop182@gmail.com or text 541-514-2987 if you prefer direct communication.
Troop 182 is very active in the community, including supporting the SCCO with the Food For Lane County Food Drive, maintenance at Awbrey Park, and helping at both our spring Wildflower Celebration and summer concert.
Applications are being taken for several City of Eugene Boards and Commissions. We’ve had some interest at SCCO meetings about figuring out how to work with our local law enforcement agencies. There are six openings on the Police Commission. Having a Santa Clara resident on the Police Commission might be a good start to strengthening our relationship with law enforcement.
Please take a look at the various Commissions and Boards to see if you are interested. Applicationss should be submmitted online at www.eugene-or.gov/bcc
For additional information on boards, committees and commissions, please call the City Manager’s Office at 541-682-5010.
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