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Foundation and county EMS outline $4.4M transport hub, say construction could start in June
Summary
Rachael Sharpe of the NKDH Foundation and EMS Director Shane Williams told the Jefferson County Council they have raised $2.8 million toward a $4.4 million EMS transport hub, with construction anticipated to begin in June 2026 and funding from local foundations, legacy gifts, employee contributions and community events.
Rachael Sharpe of the NKDH Foundation and Jefferson County EMS Director Shane Williams presented to the Jefferson County Council on April 14 an update on a proposed EMS Transport Hub, saying fundraising has reached $2.8 million of a $4.4 million target and that the project could break ground in June 2026.
Sharpe told the council that committed funding sources include the Community Foundation of Madison and Jefferson County, a Bethany Legacy gift, employee contributions and community fundraising events. Shane Williams described the hub as a capital project intended to improve EMS transport logistics and capacity in the county.
The presentation did not include a detailed construction contract or a final project timeline beyond the expected June start. Council members did not vote on project funding at the meeting; Sharpe and Williams said remaining funds will be raised through ongoing community efforts.
The council heard the update as part of its regular agenda and did not take formal action. The presenters encouraged residents and private donors to participate in fundraising events; no specific pledges or contract awards were announced.
The council is expected to receive further briefings as fundraising progresses and as project planning moves toward contract procurement and construction scheduling.
