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Barbour County Ambulance Authority marks first year, reports staffing and operations gains
Summary
County officials celebrated the Ambulance Authority's one-year anniversary; the authority now employs 43 staff, operates two 24-hour ambulances and one 12-hour ambulance, and reports improved billing and financial stability, while commissioners discussed possible event-fee proposals for ambulance coverage.
Corey Brandon and Director Aaron Bostel reported at the May 15 meeting that the Barbour County Ambulance Authority marked its one-year anniversary and now employs 43 staff. Operations include two 24-hour ambulances and a 12-hour shift ambulance serving the county; the Authority has expanded presence at community events and improved billing and financial stability, according to the report. Commissioner David Strait commended Director Aaron Bostel for leadership and progress.
Commissioner Bob Richardson raised the idea of charging event fees for ambulance coverage at community events; the Ambulance Authority Board will review proposals submitted by the Director and no fee structure or timeline was decided. The update also referenced a planned tabletop exercise with the Grafton mines and noted that the prom was monitored successfully by first responders with minimal interference. No formal vote changed Authority operations during the meeting.
