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Ashe County approves purchase of two ambulances ahead of EMS transfer
Ashe County Board of Commissioners · February 16, 2026
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Summary
The board approved buying two new EMS units at $285,957 each (total $571,914) from an authorized dealer and discussed associated equipment and facility planning as the county moves toward taking over EMS operations.
The commissioners approved the purchase of two ambulances to support the county’s planned EMS transfer. A presenter said the units will be purchased through Northwestern Emergency Vehicles at $285,957 apiece, for a combined cost of $571,914, on Ford F-450 chassis with four‑wheel drive and liquid suspension.…
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