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Dispatch requests extra dispatcher; council hears growth in contract work and equipment needs
Summary
Wasilla dispatch manager asked for an additional dispatcher to manage higher radio traffic and contract obligations; the department reported growth in contract reimbursements and planned one‑time console and chair purchases to expand to 10 workstations.
Wasilla’s public‑safety dispatch center asked council for one additional dispatcher in the FY26 budget, citing increased radio traffic and expanding contract workload with state and regional partners.
“I'm asking for 1 extra this year. We have went from last year at this time from a staff of 26 to staff of 31 this year,” said Lori, the dispatch manager, explaining hires and retraining demands. She said full dispatcher training can take eight to nine months and…
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