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Council rejects resolution supporting municipal medical director after debate over costs and confusion
Summary
Council debated and then rejected a resolution that would have supported municipal medical directors to oversee prehospital emergency care; supporters said it would expand training opportunities, while opponents called it a potential 'Trojan horse' that could create duplication and costs. The motion failed on a roll call vote (2 yes, 3 no).
The City of Crossville council voted down a resolution intended to support municipal medical directors for prehospital emergency care, after councilors and public speakers warned it could create confusion and unanticipated costs.
A council member who moved the resolution said it would allow Crossville Fire Rescue medics to be trained and accountable to a practicing clinical…
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