What is a Block Action Team?
The Block Action Team (BAT) Program, an initiative of Los Altos Community Foundation (LACF), improves community preparedness levels and strengthen our ability to respond to disasters.
BATs are eligible to apply for funding for a City-sponsored neighborhood improvement initiative, the Community and Emergency Preparedness Grant Program (now accepting applications through January 14, 2020!)
BATs participate in activities to get to know each other, share resources, and create safer and more resilient neighborhoods. They also work with Neighborhood Watch Captains for crime prevention, and with Community Emergency Response Team members (CERTs) and HAM radio operators to prepare for emergencies.
Los Altos Community Foundation hosts hour-long BAT training and information sessions throughout the year.
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Block Action Teams
Getting Started
New BAT Leader training – Please register in advance
CERT Refresher Training Feb 13: Triage (open to ALL): Register here
Los Altos History Museum Exhibit: Our Community Prepares Through January 18, 2020
Neighborhood Watch Coordinator Information
Upcoming Inspiration Sessions (TBD)
Preliminary Safety Assessment (PSA) & Emergency Information Reporting Site (EIRS) training for BAT Leaders – Please register in advance
Santa Clara County Fire Department Trainings (Personal Emergency Preparedness, etc.)
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
HAM Radio Operation training (LAARES/RACES)
PG&E Public Safety Power Shutoffs
For more information on Block Action Teams please email Nadja Jackson or call 650-949-5908
BAT Leaders Trained
300
Los Altos BAT Households
2,700