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Washington County to build new Emergency Operations Center on South Campus, judge says
Summary
The Washington County Judge said the county will construct a new Emergency Operations Center on the South Campus to centralize disaster response, equip agencies with modern technology and involve volunteers in preparedness efforts; cost and timeline were not specified.
Washington County will construct a new Emergency Operations Center (EOC) on the county’s South Campus, the Washington County Judge said in a State of the County address.
The judge described the EOC as a “cutting edge facility” that will serve as a command hub to coordinate responses to tornadoes, floods and other crises, unite law enforcement, fire departments, medical services and county agencies, and support volunteer engagement and public education programs. “More than just a building, the EOC will unite law enforcement, fire departments, medical services, and county agencies, ensuring seamless collaboration and swift, effective action during emergencies,” the judge said.
The judge said the facility will be outfitted with state‑of‑the‑art technology and designed to adapt to future threats. He framed the project as an investment in both safety and local economic growth, saying it could create jobs and enhance the county’s reputation for resilience. Specific project cost, funding sources, construction timeline and governing authority were not provided in the address.
