The Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC) is accepting applications from interested Nebraskans to apply for appointment to the 911 Service System Advisory Committee. Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, June 1.
The Advisory Committee, created by the legislature with the passage of LB993, makes recommendations to the Nebraska Public Service Commission (PSC), on matters concerning the implementation, coordination, operation, management, maintenance and funding of the 911 Service System as the state begins the transition to Next Generation 911.
“911 SSAC members serve a three-year term,” said David Sankey, State 911 Director. “That means, we have a number of original members whose terms are expiring. We are encouraging those members who would like to continue to serve, as well as anyone who fits one or more of these areas and has an interest in public safety and the future of Next Generation 911 to apply.”
The 911 Service System Advisory Committee consist of 14 members appointed by the Commission. Of the 14 members appointed, four shall be representatives of public safety agencies, County officials or employees (2), municipal officials or employees (2), representatives of the telecommunications industry (2), two members of Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPs) and one representative each from the Nebraska Association of County Officials and the League of Municipalities.
Those wishing to apply will need to fill out a 911 Service System Advisory Committee Application found on Next Generation 911 page of the PSC website by close of business June 1, 2021.
The 911 Service System Advisory Committee meets as needed. Advisory Committee members serve for a term of three-years. Committee members serve without pay but will receive reimbursement for expenses related to Committee duties. A list of current 911 SSAC members can be found on the Next Generation 911 page of the PSC website.
