Information Technology is requesting Commissioner’s Court approval to “opt-in” to the FirstNet First Responder Network. FirstNet is a dedicated public safety communications network spectrum that is available to only designated FirstNet public safety first responders.
Purchasing Department Action
No action by Purchasing at this time. Purchasing policies and procedures will apply. sh
HR and/or IT Action
Budget Department Action
There is no fiscal impact to "Opt-In", however when the County decides to start using the FirstNet system there will be a cost associated with device upgrades and service plans for First Responders on various County devices. The cost for utilizing FirstNet is unknown at this time.
Auditor's Office Action
No action by Auditor.
Commissioners Court
Opt-in to the FirstNet – First Responder Network, Information Technology.