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Commissioners approve nearly $2.9 million in EMS staffing contracts for seven life squads
Summary
Dearborn County commissioners unanimously approved seven EMS staffing contracts funded from the EMS LIT, covering multiple life squads across the county and totaling just under $2.9 million; discussion addressed paramedic 'chase cars' and staffing capacity.
Dearborn County commissioners approved seven EMS staffing contracts Dec. 2 that together amount to just under $2.9 million and cover multiple life squads across the county.
Mason Sullivan presented the contracts, which cover staffing funding for squads in Bright, Greendale, Summit, Manchester, Morris Hill, Aurora and Larkspur. The presenter said the total for all contracts combined is just under $2.9 million and that contract amounts vary by squad based on service area and need.
Commissioners and EMS leadership discussed a recent request for paramedic 'chase cars' and whether the county should fund additional vehicle support. Some commissioners said a chase car request arrived after the council set 2026 amounts and that the county would not provide money for items requested without prior notice; presenters said Manchester and others remain willing to provide coverage and that paramedic chase cars can be set to auto‑dispatch for high‑priority calls.
After questions about per‑squad rates, dispatching and staffing availability, the board moved and approved the package of seven contracts together by voice vote.
Next steps: staff will finalize contracts and obtain signatures. Commissioners signaled continued interest in monitoring response metrics and ambulance replacement cycles to plan for future capital needs.
