How can my agency participate in the SIRN?

The West Virginia Statewide Interoperable Radio Network is a partnership of municipal, county, state and federal public safety entities to establish and maintain a state‐wide interoperable radio network. This radio network is comprised of a UHF digital P25 compliant trunked radio system that utilizes some of the latest technologies. Currently the SIRN has over 85 sites operational and provides coverage throughout most of West Virginia. 

Any public safety agency (municipal, county, state or federal) that operates in WV can utilize the SIRN.

By West Virginia State Code, the SIRN is governed by the West Virginia Statewide Interoperable Executive Committee (SIEC). The SIEC advises the Statewide Interoperability Coordinator, state Homeland Security Advisor, and the Governor on statewide priorities related to interoperable communications, provides day‐to‐day governance of the SIRN and system maintenance . The SIEC is a cross‐functional body that is comprised of representatives from multiple agencies.

Any agency wishing to participate in the SIRN must complete and submit an application to the SIEC (SIRN Participation Application). Once submitted, the application will be reviewed and voted on by the SIEC. Many entities choose to begin using the SIRN on a small scale and then grow their use of the system over time. The most important thing is to communicate your interest in the SIRN by submitting an application and then to work with the SIEC on developing your requirements.