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Coos Bay names Tessa Kupp its first 9-1-1 communications administrator as dispatch expands countywide
Summary
City officials formalized a new 9-1-1 Communications Administrator appointment for Coos Bay as city dispatch absorbs county overnight coverage; staff said the center will expand from about 13 to 19 full-time dispatchers.
City leaders formally appointed Tessa Kupp as Coos Bay's first 9-1-1 Communications Administrator as the city prepares to serve as the county's primary overnight dispatch center.
Chief Chapinara told the council the move followed escalating staffing shortages at the county dispatch center and a Board of Commissioners decision to consolidate services under the City of Coos Bay's North Coos 911 Center. City staff said the consolidation will make Coos Bay the countywide dispatcher for seven law enforcement agencies and roughly 15 fire and medical agencies, expanding service coverage to about 22'23 entities.
Council members and staff highlighted Kupp's 19 years with the city, including about 14 years as a dispatch supervisor, roles as a field training dispatcher and union representative, and service on regional advisory boards. After introductory remarks, Kupp recited the oath and Chief Chapinara announced the appointment effective immediately.
The city said staffing capacity will increase from approximately 13 to 19 full-time employees to meet the countywide dispatch workload; staff presented the appointment as a necessary leadership step to manage that expansion and training effort.
Mayor Benetti and other council members congratulated Kupp and expressed confidence in her ability to lead the unit through the countywide transition. The city emphasized that the communications administrator's authority will be exercised within city regulations and Oregon statutes.
