Richmond council directs manager to develop funding plan for Advanced Life Support paramedic program

Jan 28, 2026

After a six‑month update, Richmond officials approved staff direction to develop revenue and financing options to implement a phased Advanced Life Support (ALS) paramedic program, citing a preliminary five‑year implementation cost of about $20.46 million and significant facility and apparatus expenses that will require additional revenue sources or financing.

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The Richmond City Council voted to receive a staff update and to direct the city manager to develop revenue enhancement and financing recommendations for a phased Advanced Life Support (ALS) program for the Richmond Fire Department.

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