[Glenwood, Iowa] – Area officials are celebrating this week the work of Emergency Communications personnel. This week (April 13-19) is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Sponsored by the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) and celebrated annually, the week honors the thousands of men and women who respond to emergency calls, dispatch emergency professionals and equipment, and render life-saving assistance to the citizens of the United States. National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week not only shows appreciation for these men and women but also brings awareness to the challenges and impactful situations they manage around the clock daily.

Locally, there has been tremendous support for 911 Dispatchers from our Public & Private sector partners, response stakeholders, community organizations, and citizens. The importance of recognizing and celebrating the hard work of these dedicated professionals at every level is immeasurable. County officials in Mills and other southwest Iowa Counties stand behind the commitment and devotion these men and women provide to ensure the safety and security for the citizens area counties.

Further acknowledging the hard work and dedication of these individuals, Mills County 911 has been nominated for the 2025 APCO Team Telecommunicator of the Year award due to their response and incident communications management for the I29 Raceway incident that occurred in August of 2024. Lonnie Mayberry, Chairman, Mills County Board of Supervisors has recognized National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and honored Mills County 911 Communications staff by releasing an official proclamation.