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Board approves purchase of two ambulances; discussion on library‑earmarked funds used for capital
Summary
Supervisors approved two 2026 Ford F‑450 ambulance transport units and associated service agreements totaling $871,215.70. A supervisor asked whether funds originally earmarked from a library capital resolution were being reallocated if FEMA SAFER grant funds were not awarded; staff said the prior resolution allowed using those reserves for capital replacement if the grant was not awarded.
The Board approved contracts to purchase two 2026 Ford F‑450 ambulance transport units from Atlantic Emergency Solutions for $827,396 and associated Scribe Pro care agreements of $43,819.70.
A supervisor questioned whether the capital funds used to secure the ambulances came from funds originally earmarked for a FEMA SAFER grant and whether any portion should revert to the library if the grant failed. Staff said the funds in question were originally earmarked under a board resolution to be applied to a SAFER grant; if the grant was not awarded those funds were to be available for capital and asset replacement. Staff said they were awaiting official FEMA notices but projected the grant had not been awarded and that the county is authorized to use the earmarked funds for capital replacement per the prior resolution.
Staff noted an 18‑month expected turnaround for ambulance delivery after contract execution and said ordering now mitigates longer lead times. The motion to approve the procurement passed by roll call with one recorded 'no' vote.
