Communications

Stephanie Wiseman,
Director

Photo of Stephanie WIsemanE-mail: stephanie.wiseman@mitchellcountync.gov
Telephone: 828.688.9110
Cell: 828.385.0795
Fax: 828.688.4930
Emergency: 911

Department Overview

Mitchell County Communications receives and processes calls for assistance from citizens, workers, and visitors in Mitchell County whether routine or emergency. We assist in the protection of life and property.

The Communications Center

Photo of the 911 Center in Bakersville, NCOur 5,000 square foot center opened in 2021. It serves Mitchell County citizens emergency response needs for fire, law enforcement, and rescue, providing coordinated communications along with support during times of disaster. The Center also serves as a  backup for neighboring counties to use if their 911 facilities have to be evacuated or their systems go down through our mutual aid agreements. It is located on the drive just below the current county courthouse and is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Our Location

The Mitchell County 911 Communications Center is located at 117 Long View Drive in Bakersville, NC 28705.

HOURS OF OPERATION

The Communications Center is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year.

PERSONNEL

Stephanie Wiseman
Director

FULL-TIME

Jordan Burleson
Jimmy English
Brannon Young
Shelia Duncan
Taylor Hoilman
Wesley Pipes
Dante Rose
Deb Street

PART-TIME

Susan Callahan
Rebecca Loftis
Josh McGee
Nicole Pulley
Bryan Shuford
Stacy Singleton