Norwalk highlights regional emergency training and honors first responders, veterans
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Norwalk recapped a Sept. 24 regional tabletop exercise with multiple agencies to improve school lockdown and emergency coordination, held a first‑responders appreciation luncheon, and hosted a Veterans Day remembrance featuring keynote U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Steven Johnson.
Norwalk officials detailed recent public‑safety initiatives that officials said strengthen interagency coordination and honor service members.
City remarks described a Sept. 24 regional training that brought together local school districts, the California Highway Patrol, Cerritos College, Metro State Hospital and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for a tabletop exercise designed to sharpen alert systems, improve communication and unify responses to school lockdowns and other emergencies. Officials said the exercise supports the city council's strategic plan goal of safer, livable neighborhoods.
The city also held its annual first‑responders appreciation luncheon, where Mayor Tony Ayala and council members expressed thanks to police, fire and other emergency personnel. The Public Safety Commission and Community Promotion Commission participated in public recognition and reiterated the city's commitment to training and interagency cooperation.
At a Veterans Day remembrance ceremony, the transcript names U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Steven Johnson as the keynote speaker. In first‑person testimony recorded in the transcript, the veteran said he served in the Gulf War and expressed gratitude for being part of the community.
City remarks did not announce new emergency‑response policies or budget changes during the presentation. Officials said they will continue interagency training and partnership efforts.