Emergency Services 6 Penny Project(s)

Mobile Incident Command Post Replacement

What is the project?

The Cheyenne/Laramie County Emergency Management Agency is requesting funding to replace the county's existing Mobile Incident Command Post (Com Van) with a new Mobile Interagency Incident Command Post.

The current command vehicle has served Laramie County for more than 20 years and has been a critical resource during wildfires, hazardous materials incidents, major law enforcement operations, severe weather events, and large public gatherings. The replacement vehicle will be designed to support modern emergency management operations by providing advanced communications capabilities, workspace for incident management personnel, and a centralized location for coordinating multi-agency response efforts.

The estimated cost of the project is $1,325,000.

Why is this project needed?

Large-scale emergencies often require responders from multiple agencies and jurisdictions to work together in a coordinated environment. The county's current command vehicle has become increasingly difficult to maintain and lacks the communications technology and operational space needed to support today's emergency response requirements.

Modern incidents require interoperable communications systems, reliable data connectivity, and dedicated workspaces where emergency managers, firefighters, law enforcement officers, public health officials, and other responders can coordinate operations in real time. A new Mobile Incident Command Post will provide these capabilities while ensuring continuity of operations during disasters and infrastructure failures.

What will the project provide the community?

The new Mobile Incident Command Post will improve emergency response coordination throughout Laramie County by providing a fully equipped command center that can be deployed wherever it is needed.

The vehicle will support wildfires, severe weather incidents, hazardous materials emergencies, search and rescue operations, and other major events. It will also serve as a command and coordination hub during large community events such as Cheyenne Frontier Days, parades, and other public gatherings.

By enhancing communications, improving coordination between responding agencies, and providing a modern platform for incident management, this project will strengthen the county's ability to protect lives, property, and critical infrastructure during emergencies. 

What is the project?

LCCCC is requesting funding through the 6th Penny to replace its current emergency telephone system, which is nearing the end of its service life. The proposed replacement is the Motorola VESTA NXT Cloud platform, a modern, resilient NG911 system designed specifically for public safety communications centers.

Why is this project needed?

The current 9‑1‑1 system has experienced service interruptions, malfunctions, and outages in recent years. While telecommunicators have continued to operate through backup procedures, these disruptions highlight the need for a more reliable and sustainable solution.

The existing system also has limitations that make it difficult to support emerging NG911 technologies, integrate with modern mapping tools, or fully participate in statewide and national public safety upgrades. Hardware age, increasing maintenance challenges, and limited vendor support add additional operational risk.

What will the project provide the community?

A modern NG911 platform will ensure that emergency calls are handled quickly, accurately, and reliably. The proposed system offers enhanced redundancy, improved cybersecurity, advanced caller‑location capabilities, real‑time transcription and translation features, and the ability to operate from backup sites in emergencies.

These improvements support law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical services, emergency management, and the residents and visitors who depend on timely, accurate 9‑1‑1 response.

By investing in updated technology, Laramie County can ensure its telecommunicators have the tools they need to continue serving as the critical link between the public and emergency responders.

Outdoor Warning Sirens and Emergency Alert System Expansion

What is the project?

The Cheyenne/Laramie County Emergency Management Agency is requesting funding to expand and maintain the county's Outdoor Warning Siren System and Emergency Alert System.

The project includes the installation of additional outdoor warning sirens in growing areas of Laramie County, replacement of aging infrastructure within the existing siren network, ongoing maintenance of the warning system, and continued funding for the county's emergency notification platform that delivers alerts directly to residents' phones and electronic devices.

The estimated cost of the project is $1,000,000.

Why is this project needed?

Laramie County has experienced significant residential growth over the past two decades, creating a need to expand public warning capabilities into developing areas. Outdoor warning sirens remain an important tool for alerting people who are outdoors during severe weather, hazardous materials incidents, wildfires, and other emergencies.

In addition to outdoor warning sirens, the county maintains an Emergency Alert System that can send notifications to targeted neighborhoods or the entire county during emergencies and disasters. This system is also used to notify specialized response teams, volunteers, and emergency personnel when immediate action is required.

Maintaining and expanding these systems is essential to ensuring residents receive timely and reliable warning information when emergencies occur.

What will the project provide the community?

The project will strengthen the county's ability to quickly notify residents of dangerous conditions and emergencies.

Additional sirens will improve warning coverage in developing areas, while continued maintenance and infrastructure replacement will help ensure the system remains reliable for years to come. Funding for the Emergency Alert System will allow emergency officials to continue delivering critical information directly to residents through multiple communication methods during disasters and major incidents.

Together, these systems provide multiple layers of public warning and notification, helping residents make informed decisions, take protective actions, and remain safe during emergencies.