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Cumberland County officials weigh $3.7–$4 million mobile incident command post, seek grant support
Summary
Emergency services leaders told the County Commissioners a modern mobile incident command post would expand on‑scene coordination, add tactical dispatch space and digital displays. Staff said a unit could cost about $3.7–$4 million with a roughly 24‑month lead time; a House appropriations draft includes nearly $1 million of potential federal funding.
Emergency services staff urged Cumberland County commissioners to pursue a modern mobile incident command post to improve on‑scene coordination during large or complex incidents.
"The existing unit is a converted 2005 bus with space for six positions," Emergency Services Director Gary Crumpler said, describing limitations the county has encountered during exercises and active incidents. "We need interior expansion, better acoustics and dedicated space for tactical dispatchers and mission displays for unmanned aerial systems."
Crumpler outlined…
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