FAQ

• The Association is to be a statewide resource for the sharing of information, ideas, education, and training for Illinois CERTs, and assist with the coordination of Illinois CERTs to provide mutual aid that can be utilized before, during, and after an emergency, disaster, or community service event.

• We have been concentrating on getting our association operational with a Board and activities. It is our intent apply for NFP status as soon as possible.

• The Association is to be a statewide resource for the sharing of information, ideas, education, and training for Illinois CERTs, and assist with the coordination of Illinois CERTs to provide mutual aid that can be utilized before, during, and after an emergency, disaster, or community service event.

• The Vision of the CERT Association of Illinois is to have a CERT program in all counties, cities, and villages across Illinois.

• There are 11 Board of Director positions. Six elected Directors shall have three-year terms; the remaining elected Directors shall serve 2-year terms.

• At this time, we have not set any annual dues. When we do, we will rely on your input for a fair and reasonable amount with adequate notice.

• We provide a map of the regions on our website and you may notice the regions match the IEMA Regional Coordinator regions.

• All members shall have gone through a basic CERT training class and have dues paid.

• Individual Member: This is a voting membership. An Individual Member refers to any person 18 years and older who i) is a current member in good standing with an Illinois CERT team, or ii) has successfully completed the CERT Basic Training program, or iii) is a member or former member of a recognized emergency services organization.

• Supporting Member: This is a non-voting membership. This includes non-CERT affiliated individuals and supporting organizations that have established strong relationships or partnerships with Illinois CERT teams and assist the mission of The Association with available resources, capabilities, or expertise of knowledge.

• Commercial/Business Member: This is a non-voting membership for vendors and businesses that have or desire to establish relationships to assist the mission of Illinois CERT teams and/or The Association.

• Student Member: This is a non-voting membership. This includes non-CERT individuals 18 years and older attending school who are interested in the mission of The Association.