RECOMMENDATION(S):
APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the Fire Chief to develop an ordinance that would provide cost recovery for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responses.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Nominal fiscal impact for staff time to develop ordinance. Possible new revenue generation of $3-5 million annually if EMS cost recovery ordinance is adopted.
BACKGROUND:
The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District is an “all-hazards” organization that responds to fires (e.g. structural and vegetation), rescues (e.g. vehicle extrication, swift water, industrial accidents), emergency medical services (EMS), hazardous materials incidents, utility emergencies, etc. Functioning as an all-hazards organization provides the highest level of protection, service, and value to the community.
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