We're in the planning stages of getting permission from the local Sheriff for 
assignment of a unit number for our Community Patrol organization, so we can 
communicate directly with the dispatcher (and "Yes", there will be training 
sessions to teach the 'Citizens On Patrol' proper communications procedures).
Our Sheriff main dispatch is in the 155mhz band with a CTCSS of 88.5hz
It is possible to access the closest repeater site with a 5w Amateur HT, but 
we need something like a couple old Motorola 2-channel 'bricks' to be type 
accepted.  We *DO* need at least a full 5 watts output as there are several 
hills in the area.  Equipment for consideration MUST be cabable of encoding a 
88.5mhz CTCSS (PL) tone during transmit, and decoding would be nice (not 
required).
Since we're a community organization, we don't have a large budget so units 
with the higher price tag$ need not respond.  On the other hand, if you've 
got a couple HT's in good condition gathering dust, and are willing to set a 
affordable price - please let me know...   Thanks...
All the Best to you and yours,
       Bruce LeGrande  (voice 707-987-4737)
           KB6LWN
           N2003C
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