by ECC Editor | Apr 5, 2020 | Articles
House Democrats this week revealed that federal funding to support the nationwide deployment of IP-based next-generation 911 (NG911) technology is included in their proposal for a future coronavirus rescue legislation that places an emphasis on infrastructure projects, but such a package may be delayed longer than anticipated.
A cost study released in the fall of 2018 estimated that deploying NG911 nationwide would require between $9.7 billion and $12 billion. Currently, the proposal calls for $12 billion to support NG911 development—the amount used… READ MORE
by ECC Editor | Apr 3, 2020 | Comm Center News
National 911 Education Month Prepares Americans for Emergencies
Stratford, CT – The month of April is National 911 Education Month. Stratford Public Safety Communications Center will be periodically putting out information to help the public better understand their 9-1-1 system.
During this COVID pandemic, it is timely to point out some important information related to how and when to use the 9-1-1 system. Your Stratford Public Safety Dispatchers are an important part of the Town’s COVID response and stand poised and ready to assist you with professional and compassionate assistance over the phone… READ MORE
by ECC Editor | Apr 3, 2020 | Articles
MONROEVILLE, Pa. — A Monroeville volunteer firefighter and emergency dispatcher turned himself into Allegheny County Police on Thursday for allegedly assaulting and sending inappropriate messages to a 14-year-old girl.
The victim reported Gregory Lauffer, 23, to police on March 12.
Through the investigation, Monroeville police determined that Lauffer was attending an event… READ MORE
by ECC Editor | Apr 3, 2020 | Articles
As we approach National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, April 12-18, I’m inviting community members to take pause to appreciate our “first” first responders. These are the specialists who help us when we dial 911 for emergency service. At a time of panic and distress, these dedicated individuals keep us calm and focused to collectively respond in the thrust of a crisis. They guide the conversation to fully assess the situation and promptly dispatch needed resources. These skilled folks continue to coach us to function in any crisis situation. They are our lifeline for 20-30 minutes… READ MORE
by ECC Editor | Apr 2, 2020 | Articles, Comm Center News
The Athens-Clarke County Police Department was scheduled to host an on-site assessment team this week for its goal of national accreditation for its communication division, but that effort has been moved into May.
The assessor for the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies was to conduct a review of the 911 Center to ensure it meets the organization’s standards for excellence, according to a news release from the police department… READ MORE
