FirstNet - what jurisdictions are currently using it

[maus92]

The was an article in the Capital yesterday about new vehicles to replace Annapolis' current fleet of Crown Vics (~2010) and Tauruses that are not holding up so well. They seem to be buying Ford Explorers in bulk over the next two years - apparently they are the most popular vehicle for police use, and are expanding the fleet to enable take-home cars, which the officers preferred over a pay raise in their last negotiation. The new vehicles's color scheme will change from blue with gold marking to black with silver decals. Anyway, I digress...

The article mentioned that they will be equipped with FirstNet and have "night-vision" cameras. Part of the rational of FirstNet was to enable high speed services, which video is one. I'm curious what other jurisdictions are currently using FirstNet for data.

Annapolis Police Department to roll out new vehicles

The Annapolis Police Department is rolling out five new vehicles Friday. There are more to come.

www.capitalgazette.com

New Police Vehicles Cruising Around Annapolis

The Annapolis PD have unveiled newly redesigned vehicles in their fleet that are hitting the road Aug. 9.

patch.com

 

[ThePhotoGuy]

Talbot County’s first responders are getting a major boost in their wireless communications with the addition of a new, purpose-built cell site. The site – located in Tilghman Island – is part of the FirstNetnetwork expansion taking place in Maryland, which is bringing increased coverage, capacity and capability to first responders across the state. Plus, the new site will give Talbot County’s first responders access to the fastest overall network experience.1

New FirstNet Cell Site Launches in Talbot County

Talbot County's new FirstNet cell site will boost wireless communications capabilities and coverage for first responders.

about.att.com

 

[boatbod]

Talbot County’s first responders are getting a major boost in their wireless communications with the addition of a new, purpose-built cell site. The site – located in Tilghman Island – is part of the FirstNetnetwork expansion taking place in Maryland, which is bringing increased coverage, capacity and capability to first responders across the state. Plus, the new site will give Talbot County’s first responders access to the fastest overall network experience.1

New FirstNet Cell Site Launches in Talbot County

Talbot County's new FirstNet cell site will boost wireless communications capabilities and coverage for first responders.

about.att.com

I'm not surprised they would have to add towers - cell service has been notoriously poor in the Bay Hundred area for years.