Per Montgomery County: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke introduced a bill today that would improve emergency response by enabling the public to provide personal and medical information to assist emergency responders through a voluntary 9-1-1 registry program. The voluntary registry established through Bill 33-23, Police – Voluntary Registry for Emergency 911 Calls – Established, would allow individuals or their caregivers to notify first responders that someone at their address has differing abilities or health challenges, such as being non-verbal, sensitive to loud noises or bright lights, prone to avoid eye contact, or exhibits other traits. This information would be included in the County’s emergency dispatch system and regularly updated.
“Voluntary 9-1-1 registry is a proven option to help our public safety professionals better support individuals during an emergency call,” Councilmember Luedtke said. “When our first responders arrive on scene, we want them to have as much information as possible so they can provide the most effective and appropriate care.”
Voluntary 9-1-1 registries are valuable tools already in place in several jurisdictions across the state, including Howard County, where the program has been a success since launching in 2012. The legislation was drafted with guidance and feedback from the Montgomery County Police Department’s Autism and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) outreach unit, Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service’s Mobile Health Integrated Program, the Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security and the Emergency Communications Center.
Council President Evan Glass, Council Vice President Andrew Friedson and Councilmembers Gabe Albornoz, Sidney Katz and Kate Stewart are cosponsors. A public hearing is tentatively scheduled for September 12.
Additional information can be found in the staff report.
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Free Community Father-Daughter Dance
Fathers and father figures, create unforgettable memories with your daughter at our free community father-daughter dance on June 1st, from 6-8 pm. Hosted outdoors at Olney Baptist Church. This event offers a delightful outdoor experience complete with a DJ spinning tunes, interactive games, a charming photo booth, delicious treats, and exciting raffle prizes. Fathers/father figures and daughters of all ages are warmly welcomed to share in this special evening together. Join us for an evening of joy, laughter, and cherished moments!
In the spirit of giving back to our community, we are partnering with Quest to Feed Montgomery to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need. We kindly ask each attendee to bring along a non-perishable food item to donate during the event. Every contribution, no matter how small, will go a long way in supporting families facing food insecurity in our area.
