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Dispatch reports spike in 911 activity, highlights National Night Out participation
Summary
Communications staff told the committee that 911 and administrative call volumes rose significantly versus 2025, and noted nearly 400 attendees at Sawyer County's National Night Out on Aug. 8, 2026; dispatchers answered nearly 11,500 calls year-to-date.
Communications staff reported a marked increase in 911 and administrative line volumes compared with the prior year, citing nearly 11,500 calls answered by dispatchers year-to-date and elevated emergent calls at the end of June and July. "Soricon dispatchers have answered and dispatched just under 11,500 calls for service," the presenter said, and thanked dispatchers for their service during higher call volumes.
The communications report also described community outreach efforts: Sawyer County's National Night Out on Aug. 8, 2026, drew nearly 400 participants at DJ's Dockside (formerly Nelson Lake Landing), and staff highlighted open grant opportunities for hazmat and computer equipment to update emergency-response resources. A hazard mitigation open house held July 15 in the Sawyer County Boardroom was also discussed.
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