City of Minneapolis

35W Bridge Emergency Response

October 25, 2007

Wireless Networks in EmergencyResponse Crises

This 90-minute W2i Webinar, sponsored by BelAir Networks, will focus on the critical role the Wireless Minneapolis network played in supporting emergency responders at the scene of the I-35W bridge collapse on August 1st.

Wireless Networks in EmergencyResponse Crises

Speakers:

Rob Allen, Deputy Chief of Police Lynn Willenbring, CIOKristi Rollwagen, Deputy Director Emergency

PreparednessKurt Lange, V.P., US Internet WirelessJim Freeze, SVP Marketing, BelAir Networks

Moderator:

James Farstad, President, rClient, LLC

Minneapolis Network Minneapolis Network Implementation StatusImplementation Status

Anticipated Completion Timeframes

Phase One CompletionAugust 2007

Phase Two CompletionOctober 2007

Phase Three CompletionOctober - November 2007

Phase Four CompletionNovember 2007

Phase Five CompletionDecember 2007

Phase Six CompletionDecember 2007

Wireless Minneapolis Case StudyExperiences and Lessons Learned

Deploying a flexible mobile wireless network Versatility of the technology in supporting voice,

data and video applications Increasing public safety efficiency through in-

field, real time access to essential data Enhanced EOC awareness and ability to prioritize

resource deployment Multi-jurisdictional communications among local

emergency response personnel, Department of Transportation, Federal Agencies, medical teams and institutions, and media outlets

Network adaptation for ongoing monitoring and coordination of the rebuilding efforts

Wireless Networks in EmergencyResponse Crises

Webinar Overview and Agenda

Webinar Overview and Instructions• Presentation Slides Noopur Jhunjhunwala • Question Input for Panelists• Technical Assistance

Opening Comments from the Panel• Welcome and Introductions James Farstad• Emergency Response at the 35W Site Rob Allen• Role of Technology in an Emergency Lynn Willenbring • Coordinating the 35W Crisis from the EOC Kristi Rollwagen• Building an ad-hoc Emergency Network Kurt Lange• BelAir Networks Carrier Class Architecture Jim Freeze

Audience Participation• BelAir Networks Survey Questions James Farstad• Panel Questions and Answers

Wireless Networks in EmergencyResponse Crises

Emergency Response at the 35W Bridge SiteRob Allen - Deputy Chief of Police

Minneapolis Rush Hour August 1, 2007 The 35W Bridge Collapse MECC (911) Emergency Calls and Public Safety

Dispatch Preparation Pays Off - First Responders at the

Scene Field Communications and Information

Requirements Value of the Wireless Network in Containing a

Crisis Conclusions

Wireless Networks in EmergencyResponse Crises

Role of Technology in Effectively Responding to Emergencies

Lynn Willenbring - CIO

Activating the Emergency Operations Center Cellular Network(s) Reach Capacity Free Community Use of the Wireless Network Leveraging an Emerging City Communications

Tool Distributing GIS Data and Creating Live Video

Feeds New Awareness of the Adaptability of the

Wireless Network Conclusions

Wireless Networks in EmergencyResponse Crises

Coordinating the 35W Crisis from the EOCKristi Rollwagen – Deputy Director

Emergency Preparedness

Assessing the Scale and Impact of the Emergency Coordinating Multi-Jurisdiction Team(s) Response Streamlining the Flow of Accurate Information The Ability to See the 35W Bridge Site from the

EOC Prioritizing Human and Equipment Resource

Assignments The Importance of Planning, Training and Practice Conclusions

Wireless Networks in EmergencyResponse Crises

Building an ad-hoc Emergency NetworkKurt Lange - V.P. US Internet Wireless

Opening the Network and Assembling Installation Teams

Transporting “Kits of Parts” to the Incident Area The Incredible Power of Teamwork Designing and Deploying an “Instant Area Network” Transitioning from Temporary to Longer Term The Value of Mobile Broadband for Public Safety Conclusions

Wireless Networks in EmergencyResponse Crises

The Value of Carrier Class Architecture Jim Freeze - SVP Marketing, BelAir Networks

BelAir Networks Overview Mobile Broadband Multi-Service Mesh Networks The Importance of Switched Mesh for Public Safety An Essential Building Block - Scalable Network Capacity Supporting Voice and Video - Minimizing Latency and

Jitter The Value of Investing in Carrier Class Technology Conclusions

Wireless Networks in EmergencyResponse Crises

Audience Survey, Comments and Questions

Moderator: James Farstad - President, rClient, LLC

Emergency Response at the 35W Bridge Site Role of Technology in Effectively Responding to

Emergencies Coordinating the 35W Crisis from the EOC Building an ad-hoc Emergency Network The Value of Carrier Class Architecture

Thank You for Participating!