Canton honors efforts of emergency response team volunteers
Members of the Canton Township Board of Trustees recently recognized the efforts of a group of volunteers from the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) who completed the Canton Radio Coverage Mapping project. The volunteers generously gave their own time and resources to conduct detailed radio signal tests across 900 sections of the township. Through their efforts, they collected valuable data and recorded signal strength throughout the community, officials said.
The result of their work is a comprehensive map displaying the varying levels of radio coverage across the township that provides an important tool to guide further discussions with the Michigan Public Safety Communications System. With this information, areas that may require additional coverage can be more easily identified and options to enhance public safety communications for first responders implemented, officials said.
The volunteers received a Civilian Commendation Award in recognition of their exceptional service and contribution to community safety during the regular meeting of the board. “Their dedication and teamwork exemplify the spirit of service that strengthens our township and supports our mission to protect and serve our residents,” officials said.
