A long-term process to replace the Columbia 9-1-1 Communication District’s 20-year old aging radio system is slowly proceeding. The system utilizes 12 land towers anchored in various points across Columbia County and two towers in Washington state. But over the years, the ability of the system to effectively support emergency communications between law enforcement, fire and ambulance first responders continues to deteriorate… READ MORE
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