About Us
Mission Statement
In these times of uncertainty in America, whether due to natural disaster, a terrorist-related event, or an accident, public safety is a matter of utmost concern to Mayor Ronald M. Serpico and the Village of Melrose Park. Our Department and the Village are preparing, and equipping, for threats to public safety that may occur. Keeping you and your family safe, and providing resources and contacts for you to be able to make informed decisions, is the essence of Public Safety in Melrose Park.
Therefore, the Mission of the Melrose Park Public Safety is three fold, first is to provide to the community of Melrose Park a competent, professional well trained group of volunteers able to respond to any emergency situation that may require our assistance. Secondly is to provide to the residents of Melrose Park Dissemination of emergency preparedness and public information to lessen the impact from emergencies and to help the public be better prepared in the event of disaster or emergency. Third to provide emergency response and mutual aid help to our surrounding towns, and as well as emergency response and mutual aid to MABAS Division XX.
WHO ARE WE ?
We are the Departments of Homeland Security and Public Safety.
Public safety is a matter of utmost concern to Mayor Ronald M. Serpico and the Village of Melrose Park, whether it be extreme weather to terrorist attacks, our department and the Village are preparing, and equipping, for threats to public safety that may occur. Keeping you and your family safe, and providing resources and information for you to be able to make informed decisions, is the essence of Public Safety in Melrose Park
Public Information
The Public Information pages will give you information about Winter & Summer Emergencies, our Outdoor Warning System, life safety programs like Stop the Bleed as well other important info on Special Thearts, including Chemical Threats, Radiological Events, Bioterrorism and More.
Important Information
Melrose Park Emergency Notification System
The Village of Melrose Park uses the Everbridge Mass Notification System to provide effective information to the residents of Melrose Park. This Mass Notification system helps notify residents about severe weather, water main breaks, road closures, and more. This helps bridge the communication gap within the Village and it's residents. Sign Up Today.
Smart911
Smart911 helps emergency dispatchers know more about you when you dial 911. It shows medical history, family members and address. This also helps first responders more about you to help their treatment in times of need.
Fire Hydrant Flushing
Fire hydrant flushing will be occurring in the Village of Melrose Park this month within the hours of 6:30 AM and 4:00 PM.
Residents should not be alarmed if there is discolored water, open fire hydrants and low pressure.
Melrose Park Events
Kiddieland Celebration
Join us Friday, June 14 from 5-9 PM for the Kiddieland Celebration at the Melrose Park Library located at 801 Broadway Ave, Melrose Park 60160.