MPSCS

30 Facts for Our 30th Anniversary Fact 19: Did you know? Building MPSCS took 26+ miles of new roads and 25,000+ cubic yards of gravel laying the literal groundwork for one of the nation’s top public safety systems. Keeping Michigan connected, safe & strong. #MPSCS30Years

30 Facts for Our 30th Anniversary! Fact 13: Did you know the Michigan Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS) generated a whopping 12,769 work orders in fiscal year 2024? How many work orders do you think MPSCS will generate in the next fiscal year? #MPSCS30Years

30 Facts for Our 30th Anniversary! Fact 12: Did you know that 35% of MPSCS members are also on fire departments? These dedicated teams rely on MPSCS to ensure fast, reliable communication in emergencies, keeping our communities safe and connected. #MPSCS30Years #Interoperability

Every connection matters. Our Radio Communications Technicians are behind the hardware installing, maintaining, and optimizing equipment to keep Michigan’s first responders connected when it counts. #MPSCS #RadioTech #PublicSafety #Michigan

Every tower, like this one, is a vital link in the MPSCS, thanks to the skilled steeplejacks who climb high to keep Michigan’s first responders connected when it matters most. From the ground to the sky, we’re committed to a safer, stronger, more connected Michigan. #MPSCS

30 Facts for Our 30th Anniversary Fact 18: It took over 250,000 Construction Management hours and nearly 1,000,000 Project Management hours to build the Michigan’s Public Safety Communications System (MPSCS)! That’s dedication you can count on. #MPSCS30Years #MPSCS

MPSCS by the Miles Building Michigan’s Public Safety Communications System took 200+ miles of coaxial cable, the same as the distance from Lansing to Chicago, Cleveland, Indianapolis, or Traverse City. That’s how far we go to keep Michigan connected. #MPSCS #PublicSafety

30 Facts for Our 30th Anniversary Fact 17: Did you know? The Site 6406 building in Ottawa County was moved uphill on a narrow, winding dirt road using a remote control! Now overlooking Grand Haven, it boosts coverage and highlights impressive logistics. #MPSCS #MPSCS30Years

Training Spotlight: MPSCS Steeplejacks recently participated in AIS Aerial Lift Training and Certification! This hands-on training keeps our team safe and prepared to work at heights, supporting Michigan’s vital communication infrastructure. #MPSCS #AerialLiftTraining

July is National Recreation and Parks Month! From parks to trails, Michigan’s outdoors offer fun & safety. MPSCS keeps rangers, officers, & responders connected statewide so everyone can explore with peace of mind. #MPSCS #RecreationAndParksMonth #PureMichigan #PublicSafety

Closing out June Safety Month, MPSCS steeplejacks completed Tower Rescue Training—sharpening the skills that keep them safe at height. Safety is core to our mission, and this training keeps our team prepared. Thanks to our crew! #MPSCS #SafetyMonth #TowerRescue #SafetyFirst

Welcome to the team! MPSCS is excited to welcome Ashley Andersen, Drake Walker, Steven Bry, and student assistants Isabella Wicker & Collin Farmer. Collin, Ashley, and Isabella toured a tower site with Manager Greg Farrer. We’re glad to have you! #MPSCS #NewHires

Throwback Thursday – The Roots of Interoperability In 1984, Michigan set out to unite all public safety agencies under one system. By 1994, funding was approved & Motorola won the largest contract in state history. From 1995–2002, MPSCS made full interoperability a reality.

30 Facts for Our 30th Anniversary! Fact 16: Before MPSCS, some State radios had to be programmed by manually removing the EEPROM & using a special device. Now, radios can be programmed remotely via the system or Wi-Fi, even queued to update automatically when powered on!

June is National Safety Month High above the ground, safety is everything. This photo captures an MPSCS steeplejack in training, honing the skills needed to climb, inspect, and maintain critical communication towers safely and effectively. #NationalSafetyMonth #MPSCS

30 Facts for Our 30th Anniversary! Fact 15: MPSCS was the first to implement the microwave system that interconnected the MPSCS network, known as Badger!  This groundbreaking technology played a crucial role in connecting communication across the state. #MPSCS30Years

Continuing our June Safety Month focus: Every Kent County school is equipped with MPSCS radios, giving staff a direct line to local dispatch centers. In an active threat, they can communicate one-on-one with responders in real time. Watch the video: youtu.be/LqGXeb4RDDU?si…

30 Facts for Our 30th Anniversary! Fact 14: The biggest phase of MPSCS was Phase 4 in the Upper Peninsula! This phase had the greatest number of towers but served the smallest population, ensuring even the most remote areas of Michigan had access to reliable communication. #MPSCS

Throwback Thursday | 2017 Tower Rescue Training Teams from Metro Lansing Fire Departments, MPSCS Steeplejacks, State Police Aviation, and other key partners came together for a full-scale Tower Rescue drill. Watch the video: youtu.be/XRPvmUomVNA?si… #TBT #TowerRescue

On June 10, 2025, @CalhounCountyMI celebrated the official launch of its upgraded radio communication system. To learn more visit: woodtv.com/news/calhoun-c… youtube.com/watch?v=62m2GC… #MPSCS #MPSCS30Years #PublicSafety #CalhounCounty #Interoperability