GADSDEN, Ala. (WIAT) --The City of Gadsden was awarded a $114,000 grant from the Department of Homeland Security to purchase a mobile command center.
This mobile command center will be equipped with equipment and technology that would aid communication and allow city officials, first responders and emergency management teams to operate more efficiently during natural disasters, public safety emergencies and large public gatherings, ensuring the safety of the community.
The grant was made possible by EMA Director Derek Mummert and Deputy Director Marc Golden.
"We are extremely grateful to the Department of Homeland Security for their continued
support of our efforts to improve public safety in Gadsden and our Emergency Management
Department," said Gadsden Mayor Craig Ford. "This grant is critical in enhancing our ability to respond to emergencies swiftly and effectively. The mobile command center will give our first responders and emergency management teams the tools they need to protect our citizens,
ensure timely communications and help maintain order in times of crisis."
The mobile command center is planned to be operational by mid-2025.