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Upcoming Public Hearing on Ambulance Transport Rules

Original title: MOTION TO ADOPT Resolution directing the County Administrator to publish Notice of Public Hearing to be held on November 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., in Room 422 of Governmental Center East to consider enactment of a proposed Ordinance, the title of which is as follows: AN ORDINANCE OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA, PERTAINING TO CERTIFICATE CLASSIFICATIONS; AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 3½ OF THE BROWARD COUNTY CODE OF ORDINANCES (“CODE”); PROVIDING FOR DEFINITIONS AND CLASS 6 BLS TRANSPORT BY SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROVIDERS; AND PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY, INCLUSION IN THE CODE, AND AN EFFECTIVE DATE. (Sponsored by Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis)

Record date · October 7, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is scheduling a public hearing to discuss proposed changes to county ambulance transport regulations. The changes specifically address certificate classifications and the role of small business enterprises in providing Basic Life Support () transport.

Why it matters

This resolution sets the date for a public hearing on November 13, 2025, where the county will consider new rules that could change how small businesses are permitted to provide ambulance services in Broward County.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Small Business Enterprise ambulance providers

The proposed ordinance creates new regulations and definitions specifically for these entities regarding Class 6 BLS transport.

Directly affected

Broward County residents

Residents may be affected by changes to the availability and classification of ambulance transport services in the county.

Key Facts

  • A public hearing is scheduled for November 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in Room 422 of Governmental Center East.
  • The proposed ordinance amends Chapter 3½ of the Broward County Code of Ordinances.
  • The ordinance introduces new definitions and regulations for 'Class 6 BLS (Basic Life Support) transport'.
  • The ordinance specifically addresses the participation of 'Small Business Enterprise' providers in ambulance transport.
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  • The ordinance includes standard legal provisions for severability, inclusion in the county code, and an effective date.
  • The resolution was introduced on September 23, 2025.
  • The item is currently classified as a 'Consent Item' and is 'Agenda Ready'.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this public hearing?
The hearing is to consider a proposed ordinance that changes how ambulance transport services are classified and regulated, specifically regarding small business providers.
Can I attend the hearing?
Yes, the hearing is scheduled for November 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in Room 422 of Governmental Center East.

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Focus on Small Business in EMS

The ordinance specifically targets the integration of Small Business Enterprises into the Class 6 BLS transport market, indicating a potential shift in how the county manages ambulance service competition.

Broward County Board of County Commissioners

Connected Entities

Broward County Board of County Commissioners, Governmental Center East, Alexandra P. Davis
OrganizationBroward County Board of County Commissioners“The governing body proposing the ordinance.”Map →
locationGovernmental Center East“Location of the scheduled public hearing.”Map →
PersonAlexandra P. Davis“County Commissioner sponsoring the ordinance.”Map →

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