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County EMS to assist Chatham Fair after rescue squad requests; officials flag rescue squad funding issues
5402228 · April 17, 2025
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Summary
The committee authorized CCEMS to contract with the County Agricultural Society to assist the Chatham Rescue Squad during the fair; members also discussed rescue squad billing arrangements and rising financial pressures on local rescue services.
Columbia County committee members approved a contract authorizing County EMS (CCEMS) to assist the Chatham Rescue Squad with medical coverage at this year’s Chatham Fair.
Staff said Chatham Rescue requested assistance because the event has grown and exceeded a single agency’s capacity. The county has been…
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