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Sumter County reports improved EMS staffing after partnership with private provider; residents press county for Highway 76/378 safety help
Summary
Public Safety Committee reported that a supplemental contract with Guardian Ambulance Service has reduced EMS vacancies from 34 to 10 and kept at least seven ambulances in service daily; community members asked the county for funding to help a streetside store and transit access on Highway 76/378.
Sumter County’s Public Safety Committee reported improved emergency medical services capacity after the county began contracting supplemental ambulances with a private provider. Committee Chair Councilman Carlton B. Washington told the council on Sept. 13 that EMS staffing and morale have improved since the arrangement began April 1, 2022.
EMS Director Mr. Hingst said the county reduced open positions from 34 to 10 and has not operated fewer than seven ambulances…
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