APCO initiated a Funding Forum on February 18, 2005 in Washington, D.C. in response to the growing loss of 9-1-1 revenue from traditional surcharge models.  APCO encouraged open and free discussion of alternate, sustainable funding
models for emergency telecommunications across the country. The meeting was attended by Federal Communications Commission (FCC), National Sheriffs Association (NSA), International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC), National  Governors Association (NGA), National League of Cities (NLC) and National Emergency Number Association (NENA). National Association of Counties (NaCO),    National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) and the International Association Chiefs of Police (IACP) indicated their participation but      were unable to attend this opening session.

APCO has gathered information on the various funding models across the nation, including wireless and wireline surcharges, cost recovery and limitations/provisions  for the money collected.

Click here to download the 9-1-1 Funding Matrix

GOALS & OBJECTIVES

1. Advocate for Public Safety Communication issues that relate to the mission of APCO
2. Provide input and feedback to the Board on 9-1-1 issues as appropriate
3. Identify key issues impacting 9-1-1 policy & practices
4. Foster strategic alliances that advance the mission of APCO
5. Provide opportunities for membership interaction on strategic issues affecting Public Safety Communications through Committee structure
6. Provide education to members on 9-1-1 issues as appropriate