The Emergency Communications Department provides a range of call taking, dispatching, and support services. It handles more than 60,000 public safety calls annually. The department operates through Hanover, Va. The Emergency Communications Department is a part of Hanover County, Virginia. The Hanover County, Virginia maintains administration, economic development, finance, fire, health, technology and human resources departments. It also features a public works department that storm drainage management and solid waste disposal and recycling services. The Hanover County, Virginia has planning, real estate, purchasing, and parks and recreation departments. It offers case management services, as well as provides drug treatment programs.