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DAPHNE – Police dispatchers play a major role in emergency services and should be recognized as first responders, the same as patrol officers and firefighters, Daphne city officials said Monday, Aug. 2.

The Daphne City Council voted to approve a resolution recognizing city telecommunications personnel. Mayor Robin LeJeune said that until now, dispatchers have been listed as administrative personnel, but should be recognized for their role as first responders…