Traditionally organizations have used a municipal signaling system so that alarms can be received at the fire department and or the dispatch center. In 2013 the Maynard Fire Department made the decision to begin phasing the traditional “Telegraph System” out and replace it with a wireless radio communications system. The Radio Box System will save repair and maintenance costs down the road. In 2014 the Maynard Fire fully committed to a civilian dispatch center along with the Maynard Police Department. This center is located at the Police Station and the transition has allowed the fire department the ability to increase staffing safety. The Maynard Fire Department also takes care of a majority of their portable and mobile radio programming. In-house programming saves us considerable money over time and allows for more flexibility in purchasing or modifying equipment.