The formation of the Northeast Owners and Operators Committee was conducted on January 10, 2010 at the McGregor Community Center.  

• Provide a forum for the participation of public safety communications system managers to create an environment leading to effective operational use of         interoperable communications systems between agencies and services in         Northeast Minnesota.
• Promote the exchange of information, experience and concepts related to public safety   interoperable communications and communications system operations.
• Encourage decisions and planning leading to greater levels of system interoperability among agencies and jurisdictions.
• Promote and encourage the cooperation and sharing of resources among the members.
• Propose and develop policies and standards for adoption by the Northeast Minnesota Regional Radio Board.
•  Advise the Northeast Minnesota Regional Radio Board on matters of protocol,         procedures and operations.
• Each member of the JPO appoints one system manager to the committee