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Johns Creek, Sandy Springs hold '911 Open House,' April 14

Residents and businesses in Johns Creek and Sandy Springs can get a behind-the-scenes look at ChatComm – the cities' joint 911 Emergency Communications Center – at a "911 Open House," April 14.

In recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (April 11-17) and National 911 Education Month, the "911 Open House" is a rare opportunity to see first-hand how the 911 emergency communications process works at a state-of-the-art center.

ChatComm dispatches emergency calls for the police and fire departments of Johns Creek and Sandy Springs, Georgia, and also Rural Metro Ambulance for Sandy Springs.

"The emergency communications professionals at ChatComm are highly trained and dedicated, responding to the needs of our two cities in emergency and non-emergency situations. They are the true 'first responders,'" said Johns Creek City Manager John Kachmar.

Since its launch last August, ChatComm has handled approximately 68,000 calls, an average of 600 calls each day.

"These professionals have the most critical contact with the public in an emergency situation. At the same time, their skills help insure the safety of our police officers and fire fighters," added Kachmar. "We are very appreciative of what they do for us every day."

ChatComm is the largest 911 public-private partnership in the U.S. It was created by the Chattahoochee River 911 Authority in cooperation with iXP Corp., a public safety communications consulting firm.