Snohomish County Executive recognizes county’s 911 dispatchers

Published 8:45 pm Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Snohomish County Executive Aaron Reardon has declared this week – April 14-20, 2013 – Public Safety Telecommunications Week in honor of the work performed by SNOCOM 911 and SNOPAC 911.

“When an emergency occurs, residents want fast response and care,” Reardon said. “Our residents count on 911 dispatchers to make critical decisions quickly while maintaining their poise and compassion.

Each year SNOCOM 911 and SNOPAC 911 receive more than 630,000 calls for police, fire or emergency medical services. These two 911 centers provide 24-hour emergency communications between residents in need and emergency responders.

“The commitment of our 911 dispatchers to public service is one part of making Snohomish County a great, safe place to live and work,” Reardon said. “We thank them for their work.”