Emergency responders in Washington are making the leap to a new network to strengthen communications and safety.
The city’s police, fire, communication and emergency management departments will become part of the Missouri Statewide Interoperability Network (MOSWIN) which will provide better communications across jurisdictional boundaries.
In order to join the network, the city will make major equipment upgrades, including the purchase of new mobile and portable radios and accessories.
The Washington City Council last month approved a contract with Command 1, LLC, Centertown, Mo., for the Phase 1 of the initiative to purchase portable radios and accessories at the cost of $496,200.58. The purchase is funded through the city’s capital improvement sales tax.
Lisa Moffitt, director of communications, noted the equipment will benefit multiple departments.