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Medic II proposal: regional EMS group seeks large rate increase; Cibolo to consider options
Summary
The regional EMS organization that provides ambulance service to Cibolo and nearby jurisdictions presented a proposed amendment asking member cities to accept increased per-capita charges to cover rising staffing and capital costs.
Representatives from the regional EMS provider briefed the Cibolo City Council on a proposed first amendment to the interlocal agreement that would increase participating cities' per-capita contributions to close a projected cash shortfall.
Medic Department leadership said the service covers eight cities and Guadalupe County and is experiencing rapid growth in call volumes, rising staffing costs and equipment inflation. The provider presented two increase options: an initially proposed 35% increase followed by smaller increases, and an alternative phased approach of 20% in year one, 20% in year…
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