Indiana is home to rural farmlands, urban areas, waterways, and forests that complicate communications for the state’s first responders. First responders in the Hoosier State are already benefitting from FirstNet’s enhanced coverage and capacity, which will support communications during major events like the Indianapolis 500 race and Indianapolis Colts football games.
The First Responder Network Authority team recognizes the unique communications challenges that Indiana first responders face. We have been working closely with Indiana public safety officials since 2014, capturing their feedback and translating it into the design of the FirstNet network. During the development of state deployment plans, our team worked hand-in-hand with Indiana leaders to ensure the plan was customized to address their needs, including:
- Expanding rural coverage beyond what is currently available
- Offering services at compelling prices
Following this close collaboration, Indiana chose to adopt the plan and “opt in” to FirstNet. Today, Indiana is all in for FirstNet as the first state to integrate its land mobile radio system with the FirstNet network to gain the synergies of both. We continue to meet regularly with state and local officials to discuss their public safety broadband needs. Engagements like these are crucial to the ongoing success of the network and the advancement of public safety communications across the state and the nation.
Connect with our team of Public Safety Advisors to learn about FirstNet in your community.