Projects
Active Projects
The following are the active projects currently in progress with Cupertino ARES/RACES.
- ARKnet Deployment; Build-out of the Cupertino Emergency Intranet
- Volunteer Comm Package; Communications package deployed to Cupertino Fire Stations
Completed Projects
The following are the completed projects.
- ARKnet Pilot; A Pilot to test the feasibility of deploying a Cupertino Emergency Intranet
- AX.25 Packet Kits; Standardizing the CARES field Packet Kits
- Communications Van; Cupertino OES Communications Support
- CCC Technology Roadmap; An approach for introducing technology to the ARKs
Upcoming Activities
24 Jan 2019, Message Passing
Message passing is an essential skill for emergency communicators. This class will provide both instruction and practice. 6:30pm-9:00pm EOC Room, City Hall
7 Feb 2019, General Meeting
This is a review and discussion on the lessons learned from our Earthquake 2018 exercise. Quinlan Center, 7:30pm to 9:00pm
23 Mar 2019, Preparedness Fair
Memorial Park, behind Quinlan Community Center, 10:00am to 3:00pm
13 Apr 2019, Pop-Up Packet Practice
SCCOo RACES opportunity for field packet practice. 9:00am to 12:00pm, Location TBD, More Details...
20 Apr 2019, Big Bunny 5K
CARES support for this annual family friendly 5K run/walk. 8:00am to 11:00am, Cupertino City Hall. More Details...
4 May 2019, Spring Communications Exercise
Save the date!
22 Jun 2019, Field Day
National Amateur Radio event that promotes emergency communications preparedness. Location TBD, 8:00am to 5:00pm. More Details...
4 Jul 2019, Fireworks Event!
CARES, CERT, and MRC support for Cupertino's annual Fireworks event. 4:30pm to 11:00pm. More Details...