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Albany celebrates CERT graduation, including first Mandarin course cohort
Albany City Council · December 2, 2025
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Summary
The City recognized 8‑week Community Emergency Response Team graduates, including the city's first Mandarin‑taught CERT class, and presented certificates to more than a dozen trainees as part of a larger community preparedness effort. Captain Tim Smizer and fire department staff led presentations and an oath of allegiance.
Albany — The council held a ceremonial recognition for Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) graduates during its meeting on Dec. 1.
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