A Legacy of Service & Reliability
Since the 1940s, Kansas has pioneered statewide public safety communications. Today, KSICS stands as one of the nation's most utilized and reliable systems—a critical lifeline for first responders and the citizens they protect. It's an indispensable platform proven through countless disasters, from tornadoes to wildfires.
KSICS by the Numbers
1,000+
Local Agencies
25,000+
Radios in Operation
77%
of Counties Rely on KSICS
The Challenge: A Critical Modernization Is Needed
Key IT-based components designed two decades ago are reaching their end-of-life. To maintain unwavering reliability, these core elements must be modernized.
Prime Sites
Controls remote towers
Designed: 2002
Upgrade needed by: Dec 2029
Dispatch Consoles
Connects 911 to First Responders
Designed: 2005
Upgrade needed by: Dec 2030
Base Stations
Provides voice channels
Designed: 2002
Upgrade needed by: Dec 2032
The Path Forward: Smart Upgrades, Not Full Replacement
The solution is to upgrade the core components to their modern, fully supported versions. This is not a full replacement. Critical infrastructure like tower structures, power systems, and backhaul connections will be reused, ensuring a cost-effective and efficient transition that protects Kansas' initial investment.
- From G-Series Prime Sites to Virtualized Prime Sites
- From MCC-series Consoles to AXS Dispatch Consoles
- From GTR Base Stations to DBR Base Stations
Kansas Is Not Alone
Many states are undertaking similar modernizations, providing proven models for success.
Strategic Planning for the Future
Timing
Acting sooner provides cost-savings.
Scope
Upgrades can be phased or all at once.
Mechanism
Capital or operating financial models are available.
Legislation
Educational support for legislators is key.