Digital Alerting FAQs

Q) Can I still apply?
A) Due to high interest and demand, we have closed this survey for the first phase. Any new entries submitted after Wednesday, July 24, 2024 will be wait-listed until the next round.

Q) Who is eligible?
A) Any public response agency. At this time, tow companies and EMS that are associated with a for-profit healthcare provider are not eligible.

Q) Are there limitations to what vehicles are eligible (type, age, etc.)?
A) Personal vehicles are not eligible.

Q) How long is the subscription/can I extend?
A) Three years guaranteed. Depending on funding and the success of the program, it may be extended, or agencies could take over the subscription cost.

Q) What’s the cost to me (the agency)?
A) There will be zero cost to any selected agency.

Q) What does this program get me (specific equipment, app subscriptions, etc.)?
A) Your agency will receive the necessary equipment to ensure your vehicles accurately and consistently send out digital alerts to approaching motorists. You will receive usage reports. The data will also be shared with DVRPC for planning purposes.

Q) Can I upgrade my vehicles myself beyond the standard package?
A) Not at this time.

Q) What’s the timeline?
A) Outreach from the selected vendor to participating agencies will take place summer of 2024. Installation will then occur on a rolling basis.

Q) Who would I be talking to during this process (a DVRPC rep, a rep from the service provider, etc.)?
A) The vendor will have a designated representative, or you could contact DVRPC at any time concerning this program.

Q) Can the alert be turned off by the user?
A) Yes.

Q) What if I already have a digital alerting system and want to expand?
A) We hope to involve as many agencies as possible, so once all that want the technology are equipped with it, we will then look to the agencies that want to expand their usage.

Q) What if I need to opt out?
A) Agencies may opt out at any time.