July 7, 2022 – The ambulance working group met again this week to discuss developments in the search for new ambulance services for Decatur and Macon County.
The “invitation to submit proposals” sent out last week was well-received and a number of private companies expressed interest in serving the area. The group discussed which companies they heard back from and what additional information can be provided to aid those companies in putting together their respective formal proposals.
“It was another productive meeting for the group and we look forward to further discussions with interested ambulance companies,” said Deputy City Manager Jon Kindseth. “We are all working quickly to encourage as many companies as possible respond to this invitation to serve as our community’s emergency EMS service.”
The city says the group is continuing to keep first responder and medical provider partners involved or informed throughout the process. During discussions, the group has talked about staffing and continues to encourage new companies consider extending employment opportunities to current DAS staff.
The ambulance working group will meet again next week.
