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Newell council approves EMS driver appointment as ambulance director warns of lost billing revenue
Summary
Council approved Tim Ried as an EMS driver. Director Degner told the council incomplete electronic call reports have caused delayed or lost billing revenue and emphasized timely reporting despite limited disciplinary options for volunteers.
The Newell City Council approved Tim Ried as an EMS driver at its Feb. 2 meeting, with a motion by Larry Nielsen and a second by Quinten Robinson.
Director Degner reported that incomplete electronic call reports have led to delayed or lost billing revenue for the ambulance service. City officials emphasized the importance of timely and complete reporting to recover costs but noted that disciplinary options are limited because EMS staffing is volunteer-based. A state EMS inspection is scheduled; inspections occur biennially.
Council took no formal disciplinary action at the meeting and did not adopt a new policy at this session. The appointment of Tim Ried was approved; staff were directed by council discussion to prioritize compliance with reporting requirements to protect billing and revenue streams.
