About Neighborhood Stations

Neighborhood Stations are community-based emergency hubs that train, equip, and deploy responders; integrate with public safety; and provide resources during everyday incidents and large-scale disasters.

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Facility (Owned)
Command, training, storage, and resilient infrastructure.
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Vehicles & Trailers
Command SUV, Utility Truck, Communications Trailer.
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Uniforms & ID
Standardized uniforms, identification, and accountability.
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Equipment & Supplies
Medical, shelter, tools, and staging materials.
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Communications
Radios, CAD/dispatch, network and satellite integration.
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Facility (Owned)
Command, training, storage, and resilient infrastructure.
1
Facility (Owned)
Command, training, storage, and resilient infrastructure.

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Help us launch the first Neighborhood Station Proof of Concept.

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    Progress & Milestones

    Phase 1 — Authorization & Partnerships

    Secure official support and establish the legal/operational framework.

    Governor’s Office letter of support.
    Q4 2025 A formal endorsement from the Governor authorizing AFRN to conduct the Proof of Concept. This ensures state-level legitimacy and top-down recognition.
    Mutual-Aid Agreement signed with Cal OES
    Q4 2025 Formal agreement allowing AFRN to integrate with state emergency response operations under ICS/NIMS.
    CHP authorization for Emergency Vehicle Permits and CA EXEMPT plates
    Q4 2025 Legal authorization for AFRN vehicles to be recognized as emergency vehicles with red lights and sirens when deployed under official request.
    MOU signed with local PD, FD, and Sheriff’s Department
    Q4 2025 Establishes clear guidelines for AFRN patrol support, CERT callouts, and mutual-aid activations.

    Phase 2 — Facility & Infrastructure Setup

    Establish the physical and operational base for the POC station.

    Secure location for first Neighborhood Station
    Q1 2026 Identify and open the primary facility in a target community to act as the hub for AFRN operations.
    Outfit facility with classroom, storage, and staging areas
    Q1 2026 Create dedicated spaces for training, equipment storage, and deployment staging.
    Install AFRN CAD/Dispatch system
    Q1 2026 Deploy AFRN’s computer-aided dispatch system to log requests, track volunteers, and coordinate responses.
    Establish cache of emergency supplies and equipment
    Q1 2026 Stockpile food, water, medical kits, PPE, and light rescue tools for immediate deployment.

    Phase 3 — Vehicles & Communications Deployment

    Equip AFRN with mobile assets for operations and interoperability.

    First command & communications SUV deployed
    Q1 2026 Field the first AFRN SUV, equipped with emergency lighting, sirens, CAD terminal, and comms gear.
    Staging truck outfitted with supplies
    Q2 2026 Deploy a dedicated truck capable of transporting large quantities of relief supplies and equipment.
    P25 trunked repeater trailer operational
    Q3 2026 Deploy mobile comms infrastructure to ensure radio interoperability and failover during disasters.
    Radios programmed and tested for interoperability with PD/FD/OES
    Q3 2026 AFRN radios integrated with local and state frequencies, tested with agency partners.

    Phase 4 — Personnel Recruitment & Training

    Build the first cadre of AFRN responders and volunteers.

    Recruit and register 25–50 Livescan background-checked volunteers
    Q2 2026 Establish the initial volunteer base with background-checked and vetted responders.
    Complete FEMA ICS/NIMS and CERT courses for all members
    Q2 2026 Ensure all AFRN volunteers meet FEMA baseline standards for disaster response.
    AFRN Academy delivers first in-house training session
    Q3 2026 Begin formal instruction through AFRN’s training curriculum, led by certified instructors.
    Establish responder ID/badge system
    Q3 2026 Issue secure AFRN credentials to volunteers for verification and accountability during deployment.

    Phase 5 — Community Engagement & Exercises

    Demonstrate readiness and build trust with the public and agencies.

    First public preparedness workshop held
    Q1 2026 Target sites, broker outreach, initial inspections.
    Public patrol presence established (non-enforcement)
    Q1 2026 Launch visible AFRN patrols using Code-1 cruise lighting for deterrence and visibility.
    Quarterly training exercise conducted with PD/FD/OES
    Q4 2026 Conduct joint exercises to test interoperability and integration into official response.
    Community supply distribution event completed
    Q3 2026 Host a community event to distribute MREs, water, and basic medical kits.

    Phase 6 — Full-Scale Activation & Evaluation

    Test the Neighborhood Station model under real-world conditions.

    Conduct full-scale exercise simulating major disaster
    Q4 2026 Execute a coordinated exercise involving AFRN and partner agencies in a disaster scenario.
    Deploy AFRN vehicles, staging caches, and volunteers under ICS
    Q4 2026 Test full deployment capabilities under unified command.
    After-Action Report (AAR) submitted to Cal OES and CHP
    Q4 2026 Provide formal evaluation of AFRN’s performance to state officials.
    Proof of Concept evaluation report published
    Q1 2027 Release a comprehensive evaluation demonstrating the success and lessons of the pilot.

    Phase 7 — Expansion & Replication

    Transition from Proof of Concept to scalable deployment.

    Governor’s Office recommendation for multi-county rollout
    Q1 2027 State leadership formally endorses AFRN for expansion beyond the pilot site.
    Grant funding secured (FEMA BRIC, AFG, UASI)
    Q2 2027 Secure federal/state funding streams to sustain and grow AFRN Neighborhood Stations.
    Second and third Neighborhood Stations launched
    Q3 2027 Expand to additional counties to validate replication and scalability.
    National interest demonstrated (other states invited to adopt model)
    Q4 2027 Showcase California’s success to encourage adoption across the country.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are donations tax-deductible?

    Yes. AFRN is a nonprofit dedicated to disaster preparedness and community resilience.

    Will grants cover everything?

    Grants will help, but community donations bridge critical gaps to launch the Proof of Concept.

    How will funds be used?

    Facility purchase and modifications, vehicles and trailers, uniforms and ID, equipment and supplies, and integrated communications.

    Why an owned facility?

    We need structural and electrical modifications (trailers, radio/satcom, storage) that are impractical in leased spaces.