Upgrades coming to 911 call centers

Emergency and communications officials in Richland County, North Dakota, are supporting planned upgrades to the state’s 911 call centers.

The U.S. Department of Commerce and U.S. Department of Transportation announced an award to North Dakota’s 911 system Monday, Sept. 30. Through the 911 Grant Program, $1,473,805 will be allocated to call centers. These locations, also known as public safety answering points, will be upgrading to Next Generation 911 capabilities.

Calhoun County Provides Text-to-9-1-1 Services

County provides Text-to-9-1-1 services to citizens in case of an emergency

County 911 Emergency Communication District, Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office, Calhoun County EMS, Port Lavaca Police Department, Port Lavaca Fire Department, and all volunteer agencies are pleased to announce the availability of Text-to-911 service in Calhoun County, effective Tuesday, October 1.

Ambulance paramedics, dispatchers ratify agreement

Members of the Ambulance Paramedics and Ambulance Dispatchers Bargaining Association and the Health Employers’ Association of BC employer-members have ratified an agreement under government’s Sustainable Services Negotiating Mandate.

“The mandate focuses on improving services for people and ensuring fair and affordable compensation,” stated a Sept. 30 B.C. Ministry of Finance media release.

The approximately