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Dispatch technology update: radio encryption deadline, CAD integration, CodeRED cyberattack noted

Alpena County Central Dispatch Committee · January 15, 2026
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Summary

Alpena County Central Dispatch reported progress on CAD integration, said a state radio encryption deadline is Sept. 15, 2026, and discussed a recent cyberattack that affected CodeRED; the committee decided to remain with the vendor while security certificates are verified with FEMA.

At the Jan. 15 meeting of the Alpena County Central Dispatch Committee, Director Kim Elkie gave updates on several technical and operational items affecting county dispatch operations.

Elkie said CAD integration with fire and EMS is "moving along" and that Alpena County IT had…

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