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York County outlines 10-year fire and EMS strategic plan with pilot squads, dispatch upgrades and franchise oversight
Summary
County staff presented a 10-year fire and EMS vision that includes squad pilot programs, reclassification of firefighter‑paramedics, a countywide records system, dispatch/CAD upgrades, a proposed franchise oversight model and exploration of a medical director and community paramedics.
County fire and emergency medical services staff presented a strategic plan update to York County Council that staff said is intended to create a countywide standard for fire protection and EMS while recognizing district-level differences.
Staff described adoption of a 10-year vision and a near-term slate of actions to be pursued over the next six to 12 months, including a pilot program with two of three squads to match equipment to call types, reclassification of two firefighter‑paramedics to address rural medical demand, and hiring priorities such as a full-time training officer and a…
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