Pager Information Starting in January 2001, SAR members are required to buy a special Metrocall SAR pager. These pagers are required if you want to be called out on a search. No pager? You won't be called out. These pagers are special because they have a SAR group number for callouts. That is, by dialing one phone number, the coordinator can page every SAR member. And of course they have individual numbers for your personal use. Also, they operate on a lower-than-usual frequency (462 Mhz), which works better in our mountainous terrain. Metrocall has installed extra transmitters around the County for greater coverage. Deputy Scott Stewart has worked out a special SAR deal. You can buy a numeric pager for $34.95. Airtime costs $4.63 a month for up to 250 calls. Metrocall will send you a monthly bill. How do I get a pager? Otherwise, you can visit the Sacramento Metrocall office (below) with your ID card. Tell them that you want to be part of the El Dorado SAR deal. What if I already have a pager? If you have a Metrocall pager (numeric or alpha), the SAR group call feature can be added for a small monthly fee. The amount depends on the model. Contact Metrocall at the address below If have a pager from another company, it won't work with the SAR system. You will need to get a Metrocall pager. What if the pager breaks? Pagers that can be repaired will be ready within one business day at no charge. If the pager is beyond repair, you will be charged the replacement cost. What's included in the $4.63 monthly fee? Airtime (250 calls) - $2.95 Waiver - $0.50 (pager protection) FCC surcharge - $0.18 Group call number - $1.00 Optional services for an extra fee (per month): Third number - $0.50 Voice mail - $4.00 Toll free number - $5.95 The Sacramento Metrocall representative is: Michael Forcier 1750 Howe Avenue, Suite 600 Sacramento CA 95825 (800) 292-8176