Local law enforcement honors dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunications Week

April 13-19 is National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, and our local law enforcement agencies praised the work and dedication of those who answer the phones in an emergency and then direct officers where they are needed on Facebook. Here are their posts.

Part-time dispatcher Niki Jarrell, left, lead dispatcher Yvette Proffer and Public Safety Chief Mike Bengoa-Bollinger celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunications Week.

Susanville Police Department
Today, we recognize all of our local dispatchers — the calm voice on the other end of the line during times of chaos. You are the steady presence we depend on in moments of crisis, always ready to respond when someone is in need. Without your dedication and support, we would be unable to serve and protect the residents of our community. Thank you all for your continued support. Today we celebrate you.

Lead dispatchers Angela Lewis and Yvette Proffer, dispatchers Tracy Mattern, Phylicia Hinze-Buff, Jeris Stevens, Sarah Anderson and Trysta Spangle.

Lassen County Sheriff’s Office
April 13-19 is National Public Safety Telecommunications Week. We would like to thank and honor all of those who are there when the call for help is received. This job is stressful and these ladies work hard to provide assistance to the public. Thank you to all of you for your professionalism, dedication and service to the citizens of Lassen County. Thank all of you for your service to Lassen County

California Highway Patrol
This week, we honor the unseen heroes behind the headset. Happy National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week to the dispatchers who are the calm in the chaos — 24/7, 365. You are the lifeline between the public and emergency responders, and your work saves lives every single day. Thank you for your unwavering dedication, quick thinking, and compassion. We appreciate you.