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Public Hearing Scheduled for E Care Ambulance Licensing

Original title: MOTION TO ADOPT Resolution directing the County Administrator to publish Notice of Public Hearing to be held on June 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m., in Room 422 of Governmental Center East, to consider the award of a Class 2 - Advanced Life Support (ALS) Transfer Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) and a Class 3 - Basic Life Support (BLS) Transport Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to E Care Ambulance, Inc.

Record date · April 28, 2026

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What This Bill Does

The County is moving forward with a public hearing to consider granting ambulance service licenses to E Care Ambulance, Inc. The hearing will take place on June 9, 2026, to review the company's application for Advanced and Basic Life Support transport permits.

Why it matters

This hearing determines whether E Care Ambulance, Inc. will be authorized to provide Advanced and Basic Life Support transport services within the county, which directly impacts the availability and providers of emergency medical transport for residents.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

E Care Ambulance, Inc.

The company is the applicant for the ambulance transport licenses being considered at the public hearing.

Directly affected

County residents

Residents are affected by the potential change in the number or identity of authorized emergency medical transport providers in the area.

Key Facts

  • A public hearing is scheduled for June 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
  • The hearing will be held in Room 422 of Governmental Center East.
  • The hearing concerns the potential award of a Class 2 - Advanced Life Support (ALS) Transfer Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) to E Care Ambulance, Inc.
  • The hearing concerns the potential award of a Class 3 - Basic Life Support (BLS) Transport Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity to E Care Ambulance, Inc.
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  • The County Administrator is directed to publish the official notice for this hearing.
  • The legislative file number for this action is 26-179.
  • The item is classified as a Consent Item.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN)?
It is a legal permit required for ambulance companies to operate and provide transport services within the county.
Can I attend the hearing regarding E Care Ambulance?
Yes, the hearing is scheduled for June 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. in Room 422 of Governmental Center East.

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Ambulance Provider Expansion

The county is actively reviewing the expansion of emergency transport capacity by considering a new provider for both ALS and BLS services.

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  • Controversy10
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