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Commissioners weigh $600,000 ambulance district request; agree to return in two weeks
Summary
Jefferson County commissioners discussed a proposed $600,000 county contribution to a newly formed ambulance district. After debate about timing and budget sources, commissioners directed staff to return with a modified agreement and tentatively discussed splitting funding between ARPA and next fiscal year budget.
The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners discussed a formal request from a new ambulance district for $600,000 to support ambulance service startup and staffing. Fire and emergency-service representatives said the district needs funding to purchase ambulances and hire ALS personnel before an October service start date.
Commissioners and staff discussed possible funding sources, including ARPA (federal COVID-relief) funds, general budget allocations and…
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