Communications

Pinellas County Connection Television (PCC-TV - formerly Pinellas 18)- Bright House Channel 622, Verizon Channel 44 and Knology Channel 18

More than Just Meetings - Pinellas County Television - Communications Department - PCC-TV offers a wide variety of programs bringing government to citizens. From weekly Board of County Commissioners meetings to Inside Pinellas, and from Postcards from Home to special emergency coverage during the threat of hurricanes, PCC-TV is your county connection! Learn what goes into the production of the shows seen on PCC-TV, as you hear about the behind-the-scenes action. Recommended audience: Adults

Media Relations During a Crisis - Communications Department –During emergency situations, the county works with the media to provide accurate and timely information to better serve the community. You'll hear about examples of crisis communication and how your organization can work with the media to garner positive coverage. Recommended audience: Adults

Pinellas County's Geographic Information System (GIS) – Information Technology - The Pinellas County GIS Division provides advanced geospatial technology tools and data to a wide range of Pinellas County government departments, agencies and citizens. The County’s GIS data repository includes countywide high definition aerial images, road network, property and parcel fabric, land use, zoning evacuation levels and demographic data. A wide range of commercial GIS desktop tools are made available for use by County employees. Citizens are able to access the County’s GIS resources via the County’s website at: http://gis.pinellascounty.org. Recommended audience: Adults

Pinellas County Public Safety Trunked Radio and Data System - Emergency Communications/Radio Systems - The Pinellas County Public Safety/800 MHZ Radio and Data System employs state-of-the-art technology and equipment and provides communications for all public safety agencies in Pinellas County. The system consists of ten operational sites interconnected by a digital microwave system, providing countywide coverage using hand-held radios. Learn how this system benefits all Pinellas County residents. Recommended audience:  Please specify the age of the audience as the presentation can be tailored to any age group.

To request a speaker, either fill out the online form, or phone the Pinellas County Communications Department at 453-3051. Please give three weeks notice to fill your request.