Spokane Regional Emergency Communications

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After more than five years of discussions, the SREC Board of Directors has made the difficult decision to end talks with the City of Spokane regarding its integration into the regional emergency communications model. This decision was not made lightly. SREC has provided extensive information, answered numerous questions, and worked tirelessly to create a collaborative solution. Unfortunately, despite these efforts, the City of Spokane has chosen to prioritize its own needs over regional collaboration, creating barriers to progress for the 20 other fire and law enforcement agencies currently served by SREC. At its January 16 meeting, the SREC Board approved a key motion: ?? Recommendation to the Spokane Board of County Commissioners to allow the City of Spokane to establish its own Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP) by January 1, 2026. SREC remains committed to innovation, collaboration, and operational excellence as we continue serving the entire Spokane region. While we respect the City’s decision to take a different path, our focus remains on supporting our member agencies, achieving strategic goals, and ensuring the best possible public safety outcomes for the community. We are proud of the work we’ve accomplished together and look forward to continuing to serve Spokane County with dedication. ?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gdDbp2Wr

???? Celebrate Career and Technical Education Month with a Life-Changing Opportunity! Have you ever thought about a career in 911? ?????? Joining Public Safety means stepping into the role of a First Responder—specifically, as a Communications Officer, you'll be the FIRST First Responder. ????? Being a First Responder isn’t just a job; it’s a mindset and, for many, a calling. It’s about: ?? Dedication ?? Excellence ?? Partnership ?? Creativity ?? Compassion We ask these heroes to rely on grit, determination, and selflessness every day to keep our communities safe. ?? Answer the call today! Start your journey in Public Safety and learn more at https://lnkd.in/gSXb_fgH #SREC911 #CareerAndTechnicalEducationMonth #FirstResponders #911Dispatch #MakeADifference

?? Big News from SREC! We’re excited to announce the purchase of our new facility at 12809 E Mirabeau Parkway in Spokane Valley! ?? This 44,125-square-foot space represents a key milestone in SREC’s strategic plan to enhance public safety and support future growth. As the trusted emergency communications provider for 21 out of 22 agencies in Spokane County, this new location will ensure we continue to deliver top-notch services for decades to come. With room to consolidate operations, house our radio team, and support our employees with a modern, efficient workspace, this facility sets us up for success as we continue to serve our community. Planning begins in January 2025, with construction starting next summer and move-in expected in Spring 2026. We’re proud to see this vision come to life and look forward to becoming part of the Spokane Valley community! ?? #SREC911 #PublicSafety #SpokaneValley #StrategicPlanning #alwayshereforyou #AnswerTheCall #911careers

?? SREC Receives Another Clean Audit – 3rd Time in a Row! ?? Since SREC was formed as a Public Development Authority in 2019, we have undergone a Washington State Audit every two years to ensure we’re responsibly managing public funds. We’re thrilled to share that our latest audit is another success! ? This clean audit confirms that SREC: ?? Complies with state laws, regulations, and internal policies ?? Maintains strong controls to safeguard public resources ?? Demonstrates accountability, efficiency, and proper spending At SREC, we’re committed to doing the right things for the right reasons—always. This achievement reflects the hard work of our team, who ensure we remain accountable every day while serving our community 24/7. ?? About Audits: The State Auditor’s Office (SAO) conducts independent reviews to ensure governments manage public funds responsibly, transparently, and effectively. Their work helps build trust by making sure taxpayer dollars are used wisely. We’re proud to continue earning this trust and serving you when it matters most—because when you call, we answer. ?? #Accountability #PublicTrust #CleanAudit #SREC911 #HereForYou #GoodStewards

We are so proud to have made the cover of APCO International's Public Safety Communications magazine. The story highlights the work SREC's GIS, Fire Dispatch, and IT did on our alerts process and interactive evacuation map. It’s a compelling story about true teamwork and one of the many benefits created by regionalization. We are fortunate to have so much talent within these walls.

We were thrilled to welcome NICE Public Safety & Justice and Motorola Solutions to our center today to award Janet Hawkins the Lifetime Achievement Award for her 33+ year career and the Innovator of the Year Award for his work on technical interfaces that help save valuable time during the emergency alert process. Janet’s longevity in public safety is a true testament to her strength, resilience, and perseverance. As a Law Dispatch Supervisor, her knowledge and skills are unmatched and her contributions to the training of current and future dispatchers has been invaluable. While Janet retired earlier this year, we are so fortunate that she continues pick up shifts part-time, continuing to share her wisdom and talent with our organization. Congratulations Janet on all you have done! Joe made sure to call out that his award was truly a team award, as the work that was accomplished was implemented by Fire Dispatch Supervisor Cassidy, GIS Analyst Ryan, and IT Sr Systems Specialist Rob. By interfacing with those closest to the work, the technical team identified some improvements they could make to a manual alerting process that could often take 10-15 minutes. The team's work reduced this to just 3-5 minutes--time that is crucial in an emergency. Joe's philosophy is that by listening, observing, and collaborating with front line staff, you can identify opportunities to improve process. He recognizes this is one of the many benefits achieved by regionalization, as it brought these teams together under one roof. Thank you Joe and Team for your amazing work! It is such an honor to recognized nationally for these achievements. We are so proud to work alongside such incredible employees on the daily! #SREC911 #alwayshereforyou #soproud #honored

We could not be more proud of our very own Joe Sacco--Innovator of the Year and Janet Hawkins--Lifetime Achievement. These two truly are two of PSAP's Finest and we are so lucky to have them on our team! Congrats to Joe and Janet for your incredible accomplishments as well as all the other winners! #SREC911 #alwayshereforyou #answerthecall

Working in 911 (or any first responder field) is more than a career. It's a calling. Our employees consistently say their job satisfaction comes from two main areas: those that they work along side and their ability to help people every single day. This is a special group of people. To become a Communications Officer in 911 and Dispatch you have to be able to leap many hurdles--from getting hired to making it through our rigorous training academy. For those that make it, the job is rewarding in so many ways. If you've ever considered a career in public safety, consider making an application today! We're hiring for our November academy (and planning for early 2025 academies as well). Pay starts at $27.44 / hour, with full benefits including a WA State Pension. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gSXb_fgH #SREC911 #answerthecall #joinourteam #AlwaysHereForYou