by AllThingsECC.com | Jun 18, 2025 | Comm Center News
Most people don’t give much thought about 9-1-1—until they need to call. Whether it’s a medical emergency, a fire, or a crime in progress, that quick phone call can make the difference between life and death. Behind the scenes, a highly coordinated system is in place to ensure that help arrives fast and efficiently. This system, the 9-1-1 emergency communication center, is a critical lifeline connecting the public to first responders. Without it, chaos would often replace order in moments of crisis.
by AllThingsECC.com | Jun 18, 2025 | Comm Center News
A 911 dispatch center can be a high-stress work environment. To combat this, Summit County’s Emergency Communications Center recently added a new employee who’s ready to jump into action when a dispatcher starts to feel the stress of the job.
His name is Archie.
by AllThingsECC.com | Jun 17, 2025 | Comm Center News
Last week APCO took part in international 5G standards meetings held by 3GPP in Prague, Czech Republic to develop technical specifications for the 4.9 GHz spectrum band, an important step towards bringing 5G services to the public safety community in the U.S.
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by AllThingsECC.com | Jun 16, 2025 | Comm Center News
DEARBORN, Mich. (WXYZ) — A 27-year-old Dearborn police dispatcher is pursuing his dream of becoming a doctor after overcoming a rare cancer diagnosis that nearly derailed his plans.
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by AllThingsECC.com | Jun 12, 2025 | Comm Center News
DES MOINES — Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds approved the full state standings budget, Senate File 659, Wednesday after emergency response systems officials asked her to veto a provision over concerns it would lead to budget uncertainty for local 911 boards.
A state board on Thursday further discussed what sort of changes the provision would mean for the state and local 911 boards.
by AllThingsECC.com | Jun 12, 2025 | Comm Center News
Tucked inside Bellevue City Hall is NORCOM, a regional public safety communications agency where trained professionals are on duty around the clock. It’s one of 11 Public Safety Answering Points in King County where dedicated 911 professionals respond daily to support first responders and community members when you need them most. From the outside, it may seem like just another government office, but behind closed doors, a team of 911 call takers and dispatchers work tirelessly to connect those in crisis with life-saving help.
