§ 8.5.010. Purpose.  


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  • The purpose of this Chapter is:

    A.

    To allow for the orderly and lawful operation of the emergency medical services system in the City;

    B.

    To enact regulations, policies, and procedures, which are necessary for the public health and safety regarding first response and 911 emergency ambulance service in the City;

    C.

    To enact regulations, policies, and procedures for issuing contracts and regulating 911 emergency ambulance services to ensure safe, competent, efficient, and adequate care is provided within the City; and

    D.

    To allow for adequate 911 emergency ambulance services and to establish ambulance service rates for the City's contracted ambulance service as approved by the City Commission.

(Ord. 3181, 2018)