Town of Islip Emergency Frequency?

[wb2uzr]

Hi All:

There was an article in the local paper ( The Beacon) about a new frequency in the town of Islip that will "provide local emergency responders and town personnel with a reliable way to communicate with each other during emergency incidents, including hurricanes" Anyone know what this might be?

Scott/WB2UZR

[intheknow]

Nothing special. They just gave certain folks access to an existing townwide repeater channel.

[intheknow]

Also, That article (press release) that was floating around was complete BS. The channel has been in use for over 5 years actively, and 10+ years prior.