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Read more    03-02-2009

Produced by PTI for the Public Safety Foundation of America, this paper serves as a resource on critical application needs for public safety pertaining to the D-block of the 700 MHz spectrum.

When and how the 700 MHz D Block is ultimately allocated is critical to the deployment of advanced public-safety applications.

This spectrum band is exceptionally well suited for the new and demanding requirements of a new generation of video/data/voice devices.

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01-01-2010     Send a link     Topics:  Public Safety Technology  Public Safety Technology     Print version

A new guide illustrates how local government and utility first responders are using geospatial information in large-scale emergencies.

Published by PTI and the Geospatial Information & Technology Association (GITA), Geospatial Systems That Support Emergency and Disaster Operations: A Case Study Guide for Local Government and Utility First Responders contains case studies from nine local governments that highlight how geospatial-based systems and data allow first responders to easily and reliably access critical information pre-incident, on-route and on-scene, and:

• How these systems are used to rapidly access information in central databases, or from a variety of remote sensing systems for transmission to the field in support of emergency operations;
• How these systems support the collection of information by first responders at the incident scene in ways that allow it to be rapidly transmitted to operations centers for assembly, analysis and distribution to the response community, as well as post-event analysis; and
• How support systems permit first responders from different organizations to stay in touch with one another and to coordinate their field activities.

Published 2009. Price: $25.00 for members and $45.00 for nonmembers.

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02-27-2009     Send a link     Topics:  Geospatial Information Systems (GIS)  Public Safety Technology     Print version

2007-2008 Technology Solutions Awards: Public Safety and Emergency Management provides examples of how PTI member local governments are employing technology to improve public safety and emergency management planning, response and operations.

Each example describes the problem or issue the local government needed to solve, details of how it addressed the problem, and the results of that solution or implementation.

These projects were submitted in the PTI 2007-2008 Technology Solutions Award competition. This annual program recognizes PTI members that have demonstrated how, through the use of technology, government has improved community services, improved internal operations or reduced costs.

Read more    06-09-2008

2006-2007 Technology Solutions: Public Safety and Emergency Management provides examples of how PTI member local governments are employing technology to improve public safety and emergency management planning, response, and operations.

Each example describes the problem or issue the local government needed to solve, details of how it addressed the problem, and the results of that solution or implementation.

These projects were submitted in the PTI 2006-2007 Technology Solutions Award competition. This annual program recognizes PTI members that have demonstrated how, through the use of technology, government has improved community services, improved internal operations or reduced costs.

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Using GIS to Support Emergency Management and Homeland Security is a guidebook for public safety and IT managers in local governments.

The First Edition was released in the fall of 2005, just after hurricanes Katrina and Rita devastated much of the southeastern portion of the U.S.

Since then, much has been learned about the role Geospatial (or Geographic) Information Systems (GIS) technology can play in emergency preparedness efforts and disaster response.

This Second Edition will help local officials find ways to build proactive, collaborative approaches between agencies responsible for emergency management, and those that collect and maintain geospatial data.

Price: $20.00 for members and $40.00 for nonmembers.

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12-15-2006     Send a link     Topics:  Geospatial Information Systems (GIS)  Public Safety Technology     Print version

This handbook is for local government officials responsible for wireless E9-1-1 implementation.

It provides policy background on what the FCC requires and why local action is necessary. It provides technical background on basic concepts of telephony and wireless location technology, discusses challenges and gives implementation guidance and where to go for more information.

"We would like to thank you for the informative Guidebooks that were sent to us. The Committee was very pleased with them, and feels that they are an excellent benefit to not only your customers, but to any community that is planning for Wireless 9-1-1 and Phase II Readiness. We appreciate all the effort that has gone into these books. Would you object if we wanted to circulate these books at some of our Wireless Deployment Symposiums? In addition, so as not to interfere with your distribution plan, would it be possible for us to order through your vendor, another 1000 copies to be circulated thru the APCO Office?"

William A. Cade Jr., Director
9-1-1 Services and Communication Center Operations
APCO, Intl. - Association of Public Safety Communications Officials

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11-02-2006     Send a link     Topics:  Public Safety Technology  Telecommunications & IT     Print version

Jurisdictions have adopted photo enforcement to bolster overall safety efforts aimed at lowering high collision rates, to lessen the high cost of policing, to enforce the traffic laws and to raise revenue through ticketing.

This white paper for public officials takes a comprehensive look at issues surrounding photo enforcement, including how to get started, public education, opposition and financial issues.


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05-01-2006     Send a link     Topics:  Public Safety Technology     Print version

This case study report on special event planning and management was produced by PTI with funding from USDOT and FHWA.

The useful strategies in the report include cross-boundary leadership needed to direct transportation, law enforcement, emergency management and agency professionals. It is designed to help you and those in your staff who may be involved in planning, managing or operating an event.

The case study format offers an in-depth perspective of the different types of strategies currently used for particular special events across the U.S.

Each example explores the challenges posed by the event, agencies involved, pre-event planning, day-of-event operations and management, the effect on neighborhoods and relationship to other transportation needs.

Price: $15.00 for members and $25.00 for nonmembers.

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12-21-2004     Send a link     Topics:  Public Safety Technology  Transportation     Print version

This guidebook is designed to help jurisdictions create and deploy governance for the integration of their justice information systems. Survey data, coupled with case studies, combine for a compelling study of how to accomplish better information integration through governance.

Local jurisdictions that do not have structures in place or are not engaged in justice information integration can use the guidebook to assist them in developing successful data integration and governance structures. Jurisdictions that already have structures in place can use the guidebook as a tool to help them improve their structures.

Jurisdictions that have integrated justice information systems can compare their efforts and ascertain what can be learned from the experiences of other jurisdictions. In addition, the book can be used as a local governance training tool for justice information integration.

Published 2002. Price: $25.00 for members and $50.00 for nonmembers.

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06-18-2002     Send a link     Topics:  Public Safety Technology  Telecommunications & IT     Print version

How Can We Work Together? A Guidebook to Smart Response through Coordinating Local Public Safety Transportation Communications and Technology

When someone needs help in your community, survival may depend on how fast local public safety and transportation agencies can respond. This guidebook seeks to help your community coordinate its deployment of powerful new information and communications technologies for improving both emergency response time and the quality of day-to-day services.

This guidebook was written for local government officials who must provide the leadership to break down turf barriers and encourage local transportation and public safety agencies to engage in cooperative planning, investment, and operations.

Section I of this guidebook introduces local public officials to the range of new information and communications technologies, the benefits they offer, and some current technical challenges and opportunities.

Section II presents case studies which illustrate how public safety and transportation agencies in large and small communities across the country are currently implementing new technologies together. Section III suggests leadership tactics that can facilitate the partnership-building and long-range planning needed to realize the full potential of new technology.

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05-23-2000     Send a link     Topics:  Public Safety Technology  Telecommunications & IT  Transportation     Print version

Slow Down, You’re Going Too Fast: The Community Guide to Traffic Calming is designed for officials who are grappling with the dilemma of how to make streets and roads safer and less combative to pedestrians and bicyclists, while allowing traffic its due course.

The result is traffic calming: Solutions and applications that slow down the frenzied pace of driving in areas where foot and non-automobile traffic is threatened.

Here is all you need to get started in deciphering the recommendations of engineering experts. Here is a collection of stories from municipalities nationwide and how they are blending quality of life, sustainable communities and cost-efficient technology.

Published 1998. Price: $12.00 for members and $20.00 for nonmembers.

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02-06-1998     Send a link     Topics:  Public Safety Technology  Transportation     Print version