Committee explores temporary backup 9‑1‑1 center at Auburn Fire Department; training shortfall flagged

Dec 3, 2024

County staff proposed using Auburn Fire Department space as a temporary 'plug‑and‑play' backup for 9‑1‑1 operations but said the county must buy additional equipment. Staff also warned a $5,000 training line will not meet the 21‑hour in‑service mandate set by the 9‑1‑1 board.

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Cayuga County staff told the Health & Human Services committee on Dec. 3 they are exploring a short‑term plan to use space at the Auburn Fire Department as a backup 9‑1‑1 center that would allow staff to "plug-and-play" and resume dispatch operations quickly in an emergency.

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