After Tropical storm Isaias in 2020, it became clear that Upper Providence Township needed to upgrade the township radio system that serves all the township departments. A new radio antenna and 40 high-band radios have been installed.
After Tropical storm Isaias in 2020, it became clear that Upper Providence Township needed to upgrade the township radio system that serves all the township departments. The project involved installing a new radio antenna on the top of the cellular tower located at the rear of the township administration building. A new digital repeater system was installed and this year the purchase of over 40 high-band radios completed this long-term project.
The radio system now allows all of the township departments to communicate during events, emergencies, and daily activities. The system also provides a redundant communication in the event the County 911 system is overwhelmed and having technical issues.
This was funded through multi-year capital expenditures.