Holbrook Regional Emergency Communications Center Receives $20.9 Million State Grant to Enhance Public Safety (MA)

by | Jun 26, 2024 | Comm Center News

The Holbrook Regional Emergency Communications Center (HRECC) is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a substantial grant of $20,883,162 from the Massachusetts State 911 Department. This grant, part of the Fiscal Year 2025 State 911 Department Regional Public Safety Answering Point and Regional Secondary Public Safety Answering Point and Regional Emergency Communications Center Development Grant Program, will significantly enhance HRECC’s capabilities and support public safety efforts across multiple communities.

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County Moves to Provide Immediate Services, Support at Domestic Violence Calls (CA)

by | Jun 25, 2024 | Comm Center News

Redwood City – San Mateo County supervisors – concerned over the pervasiveness of domestic violence – today advanced an initiative that will send survivor advocates along with police to certain 911 calls.

Once a scene is secure – and a survivor is willing – a survivor advocate from the new Domestic Violence Emergency Response Team will offer services and support. This will include help finding emergency shelter, navigating the legal system and locating swift and ongoing support and care.

Tarrant 911 District keeps residents safe through resources, education(TX)

by | Jun 23, 2024 | Comm Center News

The Tarrant 911 District is a vital, behind-the-scenes entity that ensures residents of Tarrant County and Irving have access to efficient and reliable emergency services.

Established in 1985, the Tarrant 911 District was created through state legislation to enhance emergency response capabilities. Its primary role is to manage the complex technology and systems behind 911 calls, ensuring they are correctly routed to the appropriate dispatch centers based on the caller’s GPS location.