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NENA Commends FCC’s Plan to Enable Nationwide Interoperable Public Safety Wireless Broadband Network
The National Emergency Number Association (NENA) applauds the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) proposal to create the Emergency Response Interoperability Center (ERIC). “The establishment of the ERIC further demonstrates the Commission’s strong commitment to enabling a critically needed nationwide public safety wireless broadband network,” said NENA President, Craig Whittington, ENP.
FCC Public Safety & Homeland Security Bureau Photo Project
The PSHSB is starting a photo project and contest for public safety agencies to submit photos of their responders "in action" as it relates to communications. You can visit their website for more information.
NENA Issues Statement In Support of Public Safety Provisions Outlined in National Broadband Plan
Following the FCC's Feb. 18 presentation outlining the public safety provisions in the National Broadband Plan during the Federal Communications Commission’s open meeting, NENA issued this statement of support.
NENA 2010-2011 Executive Board Nominations Open
NENA is pleased to open the nominations process for our 2010-2011 Executive Board election. This election will be for Second Vice President, Southeastern Regional Director, and Western Regional Director. More information is available on the Executive Board Elections page. All nominations are due by March 15, 2010.
NENA Ontario President Peter Gallant Passes Away
NENA is saddened to report the passing of NENA Ontario President Peter Gallant. Read More for the statement from the Ontario Chapter.
NENA Announces Four New Courses
NENA is proud to announce the creation of four new one-day in-person courses: Filling the Seats in Your PSAP, Customer Service for 9-1-1 Professionals, SOP SOS, and Life Skills for Telecommunicators. Read more for full descriptions, and visit our Host a Course page to find out how to bring these classes to you!
2ND NG9-1-1 Industry Collaboration Event
The NG9-1-1(?) Industry Collaboration Events Steering Committee has completed a review and prioritization of the proposals that were submitted for the second event. ICE 2 will be focused on NG9-1-1 Transitional Elements. Visit the ICE2 webpage for more information about all of the proposals, details about how to join the ICE 2 Planning Committee, or to learn about NENA NG9-1-1 Industry Collaboration Events.
9-1-1 Goes to Washington Update
Visit the 9-1-1 Goes to Washington webpage for recently announced event information. Here you will find a conference brochure, a detailed agenda, housing information, and much more!
Free On-Demand Webinar: Network Security in NG9-1-1
Click here to instantly watch an archived version of our recent webinar, Network Security in Next Generation 9-1-1: What You Need to Know to Keep Your System Safe. In the journey to NG9-1-1(?), it's critical to develop a comprehensive security strategy to keep your next generation emergency system continuously protected. Don't allow your system to become another statistic. Watch this webinar to learn what it takes to build a secure NG 9-1-1 system that keeps your PSAPs safe from worms, viruses and other attacks or disruptions to service.
NENA 2010 Full Brochure Available!
The recently completed NENA 2010 full brochure is now available! Inside your comprehensive guide to NENA 2010 you will find: keynote speaker and general session information; the current exhibitor roster; a Super Session overview; abstracts for all 70 educational track sessions; pre-conference course and CMCP details; FREE GIS and NCMEC workshop descriptions; host city highlights and conference activities; and registration and lodging logistics.
NENA Thanks Rep. Donna Edwards for Her Support
NENA CEO Brian Fontes recently met with Rep. Donna Edwards (D-MD) to thank her for her support of legislation to improve access to subway systems for the installation of public safety and commercial wireless systems. The legislation will improve public safety and commercial communications capabilities during subway emergencies.
Pictured left to right: Brian Fontes with Representative Edwards and Jot Carpenter of CTIA
Canada Rolls Out Nationwide Phase II E9-1-1
From Radio Resource Online: Meeting a one-year deadline, Canada’s 9-1-1 services community underwent an upgrade to provide the location of a cell phone 9-1-1 call to all Canadian public-safety answering points (PSAPs). The rollout required wireless service providers (WSP), wireline carriers and PSAPs to collaborate.
As of Feb. 1, 121 out of the 130 PSAPs across Canada that can support wireless E9-1-1 services were fully functioning. Of the nine remaining, five will be ready by the end of this week and the last four will be ready by the end of April.
You can read the rest of this article on the Radio Resource website.
Congratulations to Our Newest ENPs!
NENA is proud to recognize the 26 individuals who successfully passed the Winter ENP Exam and are now officially certified Emergency Number Professionals.
NENA Election - Request for Paper Ballot
NENA’s 2010-2011 Election will be conducted electronically. However, if you would prefer to vote by paper ballot instead, you may request one by completing this form and returning it to NENA Headquarters by COB on March 31.
In Memoriam: Norm Forshee, ENP
It is with deepest regret that NENA announces the passing of Norman H. “Norm” Forshee, ENP after a long battle with cancer.
For two decades, he provided strong leadership to St. Clair County, the Illinois Chapter, and NENA National alike. Through his years of selfless devotion to public safety, he made the citizens of his adopted home state safer and our association more successful.NENA Announces the Formation of New Pacific Chapter
Recently, the National Emergency Number Association (NENA) announced the formation of the Pacific Chapter, which includes Hawaii, American Samoa, and Guam.
NENA Membership: Why It Matters...
NENA recently released a brand new membership brochure containing information on the many benefits of belonging to NENA, as well as information on our events, committees, educational and informational initiatives, and other ongoing programs and activities.
