911 software subscriptions and aging tower maintenance push up communications costs

Sep 3, 2026

Staff said 911 operating costs rose by roughly $55,000 driven mainly by software/subscription increases and higher repair and maintenance at tower sites; the county has already included a $20 million EMS/system upgrade in its capital plan.

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County staff told supervisors that the 911 center's general property tax support and operating costs rose modestly, with the operating increase primarily attributable to software and subscription fees and to repair and maintenance on communications equipment. "That's about 38,000. That's the bulk of it right there," the presenter said when describing the software increase.

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