by AllThingsECC.com | Oct 11, 2019 | Comm Center News
Maidencreek Township, PA — Since 2000, Maidencreek Township has only raised taxes twice: once in 2013, and again in 2015. But township officials say that the county’s passage of 9-1-1 costs to municipalities means a tax hike, perhaps a significant one, is likely in 2021 unless something changes.
“I feel like we’re paying twice,” supervisor Joseph Rudderow said.
Rudderow brought his concerns in front of Berks County commissioners at their Oct. 3 meeting following the receipt of a $109,377 bill for 9-1-1 services in 2020. That represented a 7% increase over….
by AllThingsECC.com | Oct 11, 2019 | Comm Center News
SEATTLE – As a chaotic morning unfolded with a violent domestic disturbance that turned into a police chase that spanned several cities around the area, 911 dispatchers were at the helm guiding help where it was needed.
But for the dispatcher that took the original call, it wasn’t just a frantic day. It was her first day.
Amanda Stetz was supposed to be taking her final test to become a NORCOM dispatcher Wednesday when a man attacked….
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by AllThingsECC.com | Oct 10, 2019 | Comm Center News
Bellmead Communications Operator Kelsey Smith and Waco Police
Department Communications Operators Michael Blohm and Kim Thomas were
presented with Lifesaving Awards at Tuesday night’s city council for
their actions in handling an emergency call.
Bellmead police spokeswoman Lt. Brenda Kinsey says on the night of July 10, a man called 911 in hysterics, screaming for help.
Smith was first to take the call.
“She was able to stay calm and even though she could not get the man to tell her
by AllThingsECC.com | Oct 10, 2019 | Comm Center News
KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WSAZ) — When people think of first responders, the first people who come to mind are generally the firefighters, EMS, and police.
The Kanawha County Commission recognized Metro 911 dispatchers for their dedication and hard work.
But Thursday night, Kanawha County commissioners wanted to
remind people that those people who we never see on an emergency scene
also share that title.
A proclamation recognizing Metro 911 dispatchers
as first responders was a chance to put a spotlight on the men and women
who stay calm when life can be scary and hectic for the person on the
other end of the phone.
Commissioners say….
by AllThingsECC.com | Oct 10, 2019 | Comm Center News
GEORGETOWN, Del. – Students
were invited to the 20th annual 9-1-1 Awareness Day at the Public Safety
Complex, where they learned how serious dialing 9-1-1 is.
“We
want them to understand what happens when you call 9-1-1, what we expect
as far as the kind of questions and answers,” said Joe Thomas, the
director of the Sussex County Operations Center.
Instead of a typical school day, students had the opportunity to….
by AllThingsECC.com | Oct 10, 2019 | Comm Center News
VALPARAISO — Anthony Stua has been preparing for this day for the past few weeks.
As
the new Director of Communications for Porter County Central
Communications 911, Stua was ready Tuesday morning when all law
enforcement agencies migrated to the new 700MHz system.
“I’m very appreciative and proud to be a part of Porter County as well as the 911 center and help us to make some strides toward the future,” Stua said.
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