About County of elko
Elko County: Enhancing Emergency Services with Enhanced 911 Surcharge
Elko County is a county located in the northeastern part of Nevada, United States. It is known for its vast open spaces, scenic beauty, and rich history. The county has a population of over 52,000 people and covers an area of approximately 17,200 square miles.
One of the most critical services that Elko County provides to its residents is emergency response. In times of crisis or danger, every second counts. That's why Elko County is seeking comments on the Business Impact Statement on the proposed Enhanced 911 Surcharge.
The Enhanced 911 (E911) system is a vital tool for emergency responders to locate callers in need quickly. It uses GPS technology to pinpoint the location of a caller automatically and provide accurate information to dispatchers. This system has proven to be effective in saving lives and reducing response times.
However, maintaining this system requires significant investment in infrastructure and technology upgrades. To fund these improvements, Elko County proposes implementing an E911 surcharge on phone bills within the county.
The proposed surcharge would be $1 per month per phone line for residential customers and $2 per month per phone line for business customers. This fee would generate approximately $500,000 annually that would go towards upgrading E911 equipment and infrastructure.
To ensure transparency and accountability in this process, Elko County has released a Business Impact Statement outlining all details related to this proposal. Interested parties can review this statement by visiting http://cms2.revize.com/revize/elkocounty/notices/hearings/index.php or by visiting our information page under the Notices tab and then Hearings tab on our website.
Elko County encourages all residents who have questions or concerns about this proposal to submit their comments before the deadline specified in the Business Impact Statement.
In conclusion, Elko County recognizes that emergency response services are critical for public safety and well-being. By proposing an E911 surcharge on phone bills within the county, it aims to enhance these services further while ensuring transparency throughout this process.
If you're looking for more information about Elko Country's government services or other notices like these please visit our website at https://www.elkocountynv.net/.