Commissioners direct EMS and treasurer to develop plan for a dedicated deployment credit card

Mar 9, 2026

Colorado County EMS requested a dedicated card with a proposed $10,000 limit for state deployments; Commissioners directed EMS and County Treasurer to meet and define permitted categories and controls before returning recommendations to the court.

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Michael Furrh, representing Colorado County EMS, told the Commissioners Court that EMS participates in a statewide Emergency Medical Passports initiative and sometimes deploys for state emergencies. He asked the court to authorize a dedicated credit card for deployment expenses; EMS suggested a $10,000 credit limit to ensure funds are available during deployments and to simplify reimbursement paperwork.

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