Stratford's recent government meeting highlighted significant developments in local emergency services and community support. Mayor Hoytik announced a pivotal step forward for the town, revealing that the Army Engine Plant property has officially transitioned to the developer, Point Stratford Renewal. This ceremonial conveyance marks a long-awaited milestone for Stratford, promising potential economic growth and revitalization in the area.

During the meeting, discussions also focused on the staffing levels within the town's emergency medical services. The department currently employs ten full-time paramedics and three supervisors, with fluctuating part-time staff numbers that can reach up to 40. The mayor emphasized the importance of these personnel, noting that every firefighter in Stratford is also trained as an EMT, ensuring that emergency medical support is readily available.

The meeting underscored the ongoing challenges faced by the department, particularly in maintaining adequate per diem paramedic and EMT staffing levels, which have seen a decline since the pandemic. Currently, there are approximately five per diem paramedics and around 35 per diem EMTs available, a drop from previous years.

These discussions reflect the town's commitment to enhancing emergency services and ensuring community safety. As Stratford moves forward with the property transition and addresses staffing needs, residents can expect improvements in local emergency response capabilities.