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Crossville council votes 3-2 to begin city-run EMS transport under fire department with phased start around July 1, 2026
Summary
After public comment and extended council discussion about costs and service quality, the City Council voted to begin transporting EMS calls under the Crossville Fire Department, using a phase-in plan and an approximate start date of July 1, 2026. The vote passed 3-2 amid concerns about property tax impacts and effects on the county system.
The Crossville City Council voted 3-2 to begin city-run emergency medical services transport under the Crossville Fire Department, following public comment and extended council debate about timing, costs and countywide impacts.
Council member Fox moved to begin transporting EMS under the direction and oversight of the Crossville Fire Department using the phase-in plan submitted to council, with a target start date on or around July 1, 2026. The motion was seconded; the recorded roll-call vote was Mayor Pro Tim Gert — aye; Council member Turner — aye; Council member Fox — aye; Council member Mayberry — no; Mayor Crawford — no. The motion carried.
During public comment, resident Ronald Bodari, who said he has lived in Crossville for 32 years, urged caution and asked council to be careful…
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