By supporting planning, communications, training, and access to resources, the Public Safety division helps communities across the Golden Crescent maintain a consistent, coordinated approach to safety and preparedness. This regional framework strengthens everyday operations and improves the ability of jurisdictions to respond together when major incidents occur.

1. Assists local agencies with planning for emergency preparedness, response, and recovery
2. Supports multi-jurisdictional strategies that address shared public safety challenges
3. Helps communities develop and update plans that reflect current risks and best practices

• Works with 911 partners and public safety agencies to support reliable regional communications
• Encourages interoperability so responders can share information during routine calls and major events
• Coordinates with local, regional, and state stakeholders to improve situational awareness

1. Supports access to training opportunities and reimbursement programs where available
2. Helps agencies meet required standards for emergency management and response readiness
3. Encourages consistent skills, procedures, and coordination practices across jurisdictions

• Assists communities in identifying and managing public safety and homeland security funding
• Provides guidance on eligibility, application processes, reporting, and compliance
• Helps agencies obtain equipment and other resources that enhance operational capability

The division works with regional partners to support 911-related planning, systems, and coordination. Efforts focus on reliable access for callers, clear information for responders, and communication processes that help public safety agencies work together effectively.

Staff collaborate with criminal justice stakeholders to support regional planning, coordination, and resource development. This may include assistance with data, reporting, or project development that aligns local priorities with state and federal expectations.

The division supports local jurisdictions in understanding and applying homeland security guidance and priorities. Activities can include capability assessments, project planning, and coordination of regional initiatives that help communities address identified risks and protect critical functions.

Public Safety works with agencies to connect them with training opportunities and, where applicable, reimbursement programs that help offset eligible costs. This support helps ensure that responders and public safety personnel have ongoing access to the training needed to maintain their skills and readiness.

By supporting planning, communications, training, and access to resources, the Public Safety division helps communities across the Golden Crescent maintain a consistent, coordinated approach to safety and preparedness. This regional framework strengthens everyday operations and improves the ability of jurisdictions to respond together when major incidents occur.