County outlines hybrid EMS base‑station plan using leased fire‑department space

Sep 22, 2026

Deputy County Manager Patrick Nylund described a hybrid EMS model combining dynamic deployment with leased base stations in existing fire departments, citing a $2.5M greenfield cost per new station, lease terms around $1,500/month, and a planned December 2026 go‑live for initial locations.

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Deputy County Manager Patrick Nylund updated the board on a year‑long review of EMS deployment and a proposed hybrid model that pairs dynamic deployment with a small network of base stations located in existing fire department facilities.

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