Event Support Group started by converting a retired Ford E350 Ambulance (ESG-1) built by McCoy Miller that was graciously donated to us in August 2019 by Life Support Team out of Mansfield, Ohio. We quickly outgrew the capabilities of that vehicle and began building a communications trailer (ESG-2).

ESG-2 is currently outfitted with permanently installed radios and computer monitors at two operating positions, and provisions for any additional radio to be setup. ESG-2 is capable of operating on any amateur radio frequency from 160 meters up to 70 centimeters (except for 220) utilizing the equipment on board. Additionally we have the ability to operate on any public safety UHF (400 MHz) and VHF (150 MHz) frequency along with all 700/800 MHz conventional interoperability frequencies specified within the National Interoperability Field Operations Guide (NIFOG) as well as select Ohio MARCS and GCRCN talk groups. ESG-2 also has on board satellite internet utilizing a Starlink dish. We have the ability to operate analog, P25, and DMR as well as all digital teletype modes. We also have the ability to patch channels together utilizing the on board ACU-1000 gateway. ESG-2 is equipped with multiple on board UHF repeater operating in both the amateur bans as well as licensed commercial frequencies and also has various portable antenna systems and hundreds of feet of feed line. It also has a deployable full 360 degree pan, tilt, zoom video camera. We have access to a fully encrypted UHF repeater system that covers all of Cuyahoga County. ESG-2 staff also includes COMT and COML personnel as well as current and retired public safety professionals.

We will gladly accept donations through PayPal, or in the form of equipment (see below). If you would like to donate directly, please contact us. All funds accepted will be used to fund operational expenses for Event Support Group (annual fees, domains, vehicle construction and maintenance, etc.). Event Support Group is a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization so your donation may even be tax deductible!