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Grand Rapids Business Journal Courtesy Kent County Dispatch Authority The Kent County Dispatch Authority completed the construction and installation of a new $25 million countywide digital radio system for police, fire and emergency response personnel. The 800-megahertz radio system replaces an outdated analog system and joins the statewide radio system operated by the Michigan Public Safety Communication System (MPSCS), allowing coordination between local, state and federal agencies. Joining the statewide network will enable first responders to better communicate between agencies, which could save lives, property and time, particularly in large-scale incidents. The $25.7 million countywide system is comprised of six new towers, 12 transmission sites and two 911 dispatch centers. ....
Grand Rapids deputy police chief to retire after 28 years Updated Dec 10, 2020; Posted Dec 10, 2020 Deputy Police Chief David Kiddle addresses recent shootings in this 2019 file photo. City officials announced Thursday, Dec. 10, that Kiddle is retiring after 28 years on the force. (MLive file photo)Alyssa Keown | MLive.com Facebook Share GRAND RAPIDS, MI Deputy Police Chief David Kiddle, who briefly held the role of interim police chief, is retiring from the Grand Rapids Police Department after 28 years on the force. “Dave has been an outstanding cop throughout his career, making immeasurable contributions to the department, and the city as a whole,” Grand Rapids Police Chief Eric Payne said in a statement Thursday announcing the retirement. ....