The Pennsylvania Chapter of APCO is now accepting award submissions for the PA APCO Spring Conference, with a special focus on recognizing the outstanding work of Next Generation 9-1-1 Regions across the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
These awards honor NG9-1-1 Regions, agencies, and individuals that have demonstrated exceptional leadership, collaboration, innovation, and commitment to public safety while supporting counties and PSAPs through the transition to Next Generation 9-1-1.these awards are also open to any dispatcher, director, technical support or team within an NG9-1-1 region who has made an outstanding contribution to regional cooperation, NG9-1-1 advancement, or public safety outcomes.
Award Focus Areas
Submissions may highlight achievements in one or more of the following areas:
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Regional leadership and coordination
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NG9-1-1 planning, readiness, and implementation support
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Inter-county and inter-agency collaboration
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ESInet connectivity, resiliency, and interoperability efforts
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Education, outreach, and stakeholder engagement
Who May Submit
Submissions may be made by:
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NG9-1-1 Regional leadership or staff
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County 9-1-1 Administrators
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PSAP leadership or personnel
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Dispatchers, Directors, or Teams within an NG9-1-1 region
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Partner agencies and stakeholders
Not Part of an NG9-1-1 Region? No Problem.
Agencies or individuals that are not formally part of an NG9-1-1 Region are still encouraged to submit. Submissions may recognize outstanding levels of excellence in regional sharing efforts, including collaboration, coordination, resource sharing, or other initiatives that support regional cooperation and positive public safety outcomes.
Submission Details
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Submissions should clearly describe the accomplishments and overall impact
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Supporting documentation is optional
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All submissions will be reviewed by the PA APCO Awards Committee
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Submission Deadline: April 1, 2026
Award recipients will be recognized during the PA APCO Spring Conference.
Help us recognize the regions, agencies, and individuals shaping the future of 9-1-1 in Pennsylvania. We encourage all eligible organizations and individuals to submit nominations and celebrate the exceptional work happening across the Commonwealth.