The Administrative Guide for state grant programs is a reference for agencies receiving State funds administered by the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ). DCJ has developed this Guide to assist State grantees in understanding and complying with the financial, administrative and reporting requirements for the use of these funds.

Emphasized that technological changes and policy reforms can spur the development of a next generation network that will facilitate interoperability and enable public safety to utilize new technologies that will enhance its effectiveness. This paper proceeds in four major parts. Part I provides technological background, including the evolution of modern public safety communications systems.

This Emergency Medical Communications (EMS) Plan contains general background information and information regarding Statewide EMS communications planning. The plan focuses on factors necessary to ensure proper compatibility, interface, and coordination of local EMS communications within a statewide system.