Enhanced 911 Board

**Overview**: The Enhanced 911 Board was created by the legislature in 1994 as the single governmental agency responsible for statewide enhanced 911. Prior to this time, most Vermonters did not have access to any level of 911 service. The intent of the legislation was to create a statewide 911 system that would serve all Vermonters and allow emergency responders to locate callers more quickly and efficiently. The 911 Board was established as an independent Board, not attached to any other agency or department in state government, and was made responsible for the design, implementation and operational oversight of the statewide 911 system. To that end, the 911 Board developed and implemented policy, system design, standards and procedures related to the statewide 911 system – and continues to do so today. As required by statute, the 911 Board consults with various state agencies and local community service providers to meet these responsibilities. The 911 Board itself consists of nine Board members, appointed by the Governor, one each representing state, local and county law enforcement, Emergency Medical Services, Fire Service, municipalities, and three members of the public.