DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) – If you call 911 in Durham, there’s a chance you’ll get an answer from another town nearly 80 miles away. That’s because the City Council is set to vote on a new proposal to reroute calls to Fayetteville.
On March 1, 2024, Legislative Director Kevin Kinnally testified before the House Health and Government Operations Committee in support of HB 1141 – Human Services – 2-1-1 and 3-1-1 Systems – Nonemergency Information and Referrals with amendments. This bill envisions a statewide 2-1-1 and 3-1-1 system for nonemergency government services, resources, and information to streamline service delivery for Maryland residents, businesses, and visitors.
Barren-Metcalfe Emergency Communications Center 30th anniversary celebration was held Friday, March 1st. While rain poured outside it had no chance in dampening the sunny bearing of Beverly Harbison, director of the center, who was abuzz welcoming guests from all parts of the community that turned up to show their support.
Maryland’s top elected leaders on Friday praised the police response to this week’s threat of gun violence at the State House and said they’re taking steps to improve communications around the sprawling state office campus during future emergencies.
A new text alert system to more quickly notify state employees and visitors in the area was already in the works before the anonymous threat Thursday.
SIOUX FALLS, SD, has recently made a significant advancement in public safety with the opening of its new Metro Communications dispatch center. Located on the Public Safety Campus, this state-of-the-art facility, operational since January 24, symbolizes a leap towards futuristic emergency management, drawing comparisons to the ‘Starship Enterprise’ for its advanced technology and ambient blue lighting. Mayor Paul TenHaken and Metro Communications Director Mike Gramlick highlight the center’s role in enhancing emergency response capabilities and addressing dispatcher staffing shortages.
