Local governments currently not only manage the operation of public safety communication centers but also support the maintenance of associated equipment and other required services as well. The implementation of an additional non-emergency telephone number requires consideration of equipment maintenance, call routing systems and database development and the availability for the overall financial support for such a system. Technology is constantly changing within public safety communications, and the wireless revolution is such an example. Staffing and Public Education . Funding of telecommunications systems within a community is a local government requirement.
Unfunded mandates place an undue burden on local government.
Limited in Scope . Additionally, as previously stated, the proposed concept would not only impact on wireline telephone systems but all wireless systems as well. Local Control . Local governments entities require flexibility for determining their community's needs. Thus any change in system design should be determined by local government.