ST. CLAIR COUNTY, Ala. (WBMA) — St. Clair County is preparing to hire four additional emergency dispatchers as Leeds moves closer to transferring its 911 services from Blount County, a change city leaders say is necessary to improve emergency communications and ensure residents receive help when they need it.
The St. Clair County Commission voted Tuesday to authorize advertising and interviewing for four telecommunicator positions in anticipation of the transition.
However, county officials emphasized that the positions will not be filled until the remaining agreements and regulatory approvals are completed…