DATE: May 31, 2017
MEDIA CONTACT: Brett Bayag, Acting Director
Office of Regional Communications and Technology
PHONE: 954-357-8565
EMAIL: bbayag@broward.org
BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The County Commission unanimously voted to invest nearly $60 million to replace an aging public safety radio system. The current 30 year old system will be replaced in 2018 with a Motorola P25 system, one of the most advanced systems in the industry.
This new system will improve communication between responding units during an emergency as well as with federal, state, and regional agencies. This move follows the implementation of a new Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) system that better assists first responders with critical information and cuts down on responding time in an emergency. Since consolidation of the new Regional 911 system in October 2014, Broward County has initiated many projects and system upgrades to improve the infrastructure and enhance the performance of public safety response in Broward County.
"The County continues to honor its commitment to improve the E-911 system," said Brett Bayag, Acting Director of the Office of Regional Communications and Technology which manages the project.
911 customers are encouraged to provide feedback on their call experience through an online feedback form, or by calling the Broward County Call Center at 311. Feedback will be used to enhance the 911 experience for future users.
About Regional Communications and Technology
The Office of Regional Communications and Technology (ORCAT) manages, administers and provides oversight of the countywide consolidated E911 communication system. Responsibilities include the design, implementation and maintenance of the public safety infrastructure used to respond to E911 calls on a 24/7 basis, including the Computer Aided Dispatch System (CAD) and radio system, which enable rapid emergency response to 911 callers for lifesaving assistance in Broward County. The Regional Consolidated E911 Dispatch System is overseen by ORCAT and operated by the Broward Sheriff's Office via a Performance Based Contract with the County Commission. For more information, visit our website.
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