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Letter: From deep stress to soaring morale, dispatchers thank supporters

Letter: From deep stress to soaring morale, dispatchers thank supporters #IpswichMA

On September 20, 2021, the Ipswich Select Board voted unanimously to reject joining the North Shore Regional 911 center which would have closed our local 911 Communications Center. We understand it is the job of the Town Manager and the select board to look at every avenue in the best interest of the town, and to do their due diligence to come to the best decision therein. We thank the select…

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911 to remain in Ipswich

911 to remain in Ipswich #IpswichMA

IPSWICH — At a well-attended public hearing where with little apparent support for change, the select board voted unanimously to keep 911 operations in town. Earlier this year, officials asked North Shore Regional 911 (NSR911) to prepare a feasibility report on absorbing Ipswich’s fire and police dispatch center. NSR911 representatives presented to the select board on Aug. 2 but, much to the…

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Letter: Ipswich isn’t just a “prospective” town to "absorb." It’s my friends, my family.

Letter: Ipswich isn’t just a “prospective” town to "absorb." It’s my friends, my family. #IpswichMA

As a child I spent my summers on the sands of Cranes with a Super Sub in tow. When I wasn’t on the beach I was swinging from third tree. I have lived on High St, Central St, Congress St, Washington St, and Peatfield St.   I have family in Cable Gardens (and family that was born at Cable), Pinefield, Oak Hill, and ‘the alley’. I had swim lessons at Don Bosco. I am a “Doyon Dummy” and just like so…

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Column: A lot will be lost if Ipswich 911 dispatch moves to Middleton

Column: A lot will be lost if Ipswich 911 dispatch moves to Middleton #IpswichMA

In July of 1999, Ipswich transitioned its emergency communication staffing from sworn police officers to a group of civilian personnel specifically trained and experienced in this rapidly complex task. Dedicated professionals, their duties include call taking, dispatching police/fire and ambulance services, and assisting members of the public who enter the station-house lobby. They provide…

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Letter: I hope to never have to use 911, especially if it is outsourced

Letter: I hope to never have to use 911, especially if it is outsourced #IpswichMA

I have been fortunate enough to not have to use the 911 services, so I do not have any firsthand knowledge of the process. But I have been reading the opinions of others, men who have firsthand knowledge, at least professionally. Their writings being to mind the expression, if it’s not broken, don’t tix it. Even Doug Brendel’s column, while satirical, carries a ring of truth. I trust the…

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Outsidah: Regional dispatch to the rescue

Outsidah: Regional dispatch to the rescue #IpswichMA

by “The Outsidah,” Doug Brendel Ed Colley illustration Official transcript: 9-1-1. What is your emergency? There’s a (screeching sound) in my (screeching sound). Sorry, can you repeat that? No, I’m being (screeching sound) by a (screeching sound). You’re being hished by a hish? I was just walking my dog downtown and (screeching sound). This is an emergency! Can you please help me? Sorry,…

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Letter: Police officers see no merit in regional 911 system

Letter: Police officers see no merit in regional 911 system #IpswichMA

The members of the Ipswich Police Association respectfully offer our views, and objections to the proposed closing of the Ipswich Emergency Communications Center and subsequent transition of emergency communication services to the North Shore Regional 911 Center in Middleton. These views, are based on over the 20 years of experience we have in working with these dedicated, long-serving…

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Letter: Select board should evaluate all options on all town matters

Letter: Select board should evaluate all options on all town matters #IpswichMA

This letter is largely in response to the Surpitski, Keenan, French, Cooper letter last week concerning the 911 emergency dispatch center. The select board is responsible for public safety and our municipal budget. It is appropriate and responsible for the select board to gain information on a regional 911 emergency dispatch center as part of an evaluation compared to our Ipswich 911emergency…

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