National Recognition for Training Excellence

Madison County, KY — (February 6, 2025) Madison County Emergency Communications Center (911) has officially received the Agency Training Program Certification, a Project 33® Initiative, from the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials (APCO) International. Significantly, this national recognition confirms that Madison County 911’s training program meets APCO American National Standards (ANS) ensuring that telecommunicators are equipped with the skills and knowledge to provide high-quality emergency response services.

APCO International Commends Madison County 911

“Training is the foundation of an effective emergency communications center,” said APCO International President Stephen Martini. “By achieving this certification, Madison County 911 has demonstrated its commitment to equipping its team with the knowledge and skills necessary to serve the community at the highest level.”

A Commitment to Preparedness and Excellence

Madison County Emergency Communications Center Director Wendy Lynch emphasized the importance of proper training, ‘Training is essential to ensure we are prepared for each emergency. Though call types are often the same, the nature of the emergency and the people are often different. Many barriers can come into play. Training helps you with repetitive persistence and consistency when dealing with high-stress situations and emergencies.”

Director Lynch added, “A national certification of this magnitude demonstrates our center’s commitment to our citizens, responders, and each other as we navigate from one emergency call to another.” Madison County 911’s mission is clear: to get the right responder to the right location at the right time. Moreover, this certification strengthens that mission, ensuring the agency has the training and readiness necessary to meet each emergency with skill and precision.

Recognition at APCO’s Annual Conference

This certification solidifies Madison County 911’s position as a leader in emergency communications and underscores its ongoing commitment to providing exceptional service to our community. Notably, the agency will be formally recognized for this achievement during the Food for Thought Luncheon at APCO’s 91st Annual Conference and Expo in Baltimore, MD, July 27-30, 2025.

For more information about the Agency Training Program Certification, visit apcointl.org/atpc.