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Richmond council directs manager to develop funding plan for Advanced Life Support paramedic program
Summary
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.
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.
Fire Chief Aaron Osorio told the council the department recommends a hybrid rollout that begins with three single‑role paramedic squads and phases in ALS engine and truck companies over five years so that, by fiscal year 2029–30, every company could provide paramedic‑level care. "This program aligns well with [the council's] Health in All Policies and public safety goals," Osorio said.
Emily Combs, the city’s Director of Finance, presented an initial five‑year operational estimate. "The 5 year total for the ALS…
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