This date of a notable action by Whitmire given of 2/23/2024 only comes to mind because it is the most recent date that Britt Whitmire worked overtime. That within itself may not sound special or unique.
For Those Affected by Recent Hurricanes
Our thoughts are with those impacted by the recent hurricanes. In the wake of these storms, many are in urgent need of assistance. If you need support, APCO’s Sunshine Fund distributes critical financial support to members who are experiencing hardships. Get more information about how to apply for a Sunshine Fund grant.
We are always accepting donations to the Sunshine Fund to aid those impacted by life-altering events and disasters such as this one. Donate now at apcointl.org/sunshine.
Update: Application Deadline for CPE Class 18 Extended Through October 29
Due to recent weather impacts in the southern region, the application deadline for APCO’s Certified Public-Safety Executive (CPE) Program Class 18 has been extended to October 29 for the program which begins in January. The focus of the CPE Program is to develop the skills and expertise of emergency communications managers, supervisors, agency executives and others leading the way into the future of emergency communications.
PSC Magazine
The September/October 2024 issue of PSC magazine is now available online.
APCO’s bi-monthly magazine is the authoritative source of information on public safety communications worldwide.
Registration Is Open for APCO’s 2024 Staffing Crisis Summit
October 22-24, 2024 | Fort Worth, TX
Join public safety professionals, state and local government leaders and innovative companies from the private sector to explore ways to improve retention, innovate recruiting, streamline the hiring process, implement creative staffing strategies and build a culture of excellence.
I think the best part was just being around a huge group of folks in 9-1-1 that weren’t working. I have never had a chance to just sit and talk shop without being in my dispatch center.
Keeping You Up to Date
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Teammates-in-Action: Dispatcher Robin Donahue, Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency
On March 14, 2024, Dispatcher Robin Donahue fielded a phone call from a female who was reporting the male she was with was having a mental health crisis.
Public Safety Officials Urge Congress to Enact Legislation to Fund Next Generation 9-1-1 at Capitol Hill Event
On September 17, the Public Safety Next Generation 9-1-1 Coalition, consisting of APCO and the nation’s leading national public safety associations, held a summit on Capitol Hill demonstrating the urgency for Congress to fully fund the transition of today’s aging and vulnerable 9-1-1 networks to a modern, secure, interoperable and innovative Next Generation 9-1-1 system throughout all areas of the United States.
APCO Leadership Meets With Senator Blackburn to Urge Funding for NG9-1-1
On September 17, APCO Regional Representative Paul McCallister met with Senator Blackburn (R-TN) and her staff to raise awareness of the need to fully fund NG9-1-1 nationwide.
Thank You to Our Partners
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