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Brookline ambulance chief reports 36% overspend on medical supplies, calls for volunteers
Summary
Chief Stewart told the Selectboard the ambulance service is 36% over budget for medical supplies because of replacement batteries and expired AED pads; department has 19 employees, two EMTs in advanced training, and is seeking new volunteers and budget allocation for AED supplies every two years starting in 2026.
Chief Stewart reported to the Selectboard April 28 that the ambulance department is 36% over budget for medical supplies. The overspend is driven in part by the need for spare batteries for defibrillators and replacement of expired AED pads, the chief said.
Chief Stewart also said the department has 19 employees and that two EMTs are in advanced training. The department is actively recruiting volunteers for on-call duty. He recommended the Selectboard include a recurring line in the 2026 budget to cover AED supplies on a two-year replacement cycle.
Selectboard members did not take an immediate vote on additional funding at the meeting, but asked staff to note the recommendation for the upcoming budget cycle.
