Teton County dispatch and public-safety leaders presented a request to replace aging radio equipment and a dispatch console, and to plan for the statewide NextGen 911 transition that will change how location data and call handling are delivered.

Dispatch staff said some existing console hardware and radios are reaching end-of-life, incurring growing warranty and support costs. The department requested a phased replacement plan: handheld and vehicle radios for certain county vehicles, and a new console / call-handling system (staff referenced an updated console and possible Motorola NextGen components). Dispatch staff estimated a multi-year capital need and noted they would prefer to phase purchases if doing all at once would strain the 911 fund.

Commissioners and staff discussed whether 911-specific funds and remaining cash in the 911 account could cover some radio purchases and consoles; legal counsel availability and fund restrictions will determine how much can be charged to the 911 fund. Staff also discussed bulk warranties and ongoing support that are priced annually; some costs may change when the state’s NextGen infrastructure becomes available.

Separately, the prosecutor’s office and other departments requested radios for vehicles; commissioners suggested coordinating purchases and cost-sharing across departments to reduce per-unit expense.

Ending: Dispatch was asked to pursue quotes, confirm warranty/support terms and present phased replacement options showing what can be funded from the 911 fund vs. general or departmental budgets.