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CITY OF HURST

GENERAL FUND FIRE 0551 EMS

MISSION STATEMENT

The Hurst Fire Department EMS/Ambulance Division is committed to providing exceptional
pre-hospital medical care to the citizens of Hurst.

DIVISION DESCRIPTION

The Fire Department Emergency Medical Services Division provides emergency care and
transportation of the sick and injured.

PRIOR YEAR RESULTS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

 901 ambulance subscribers.
 Participated in the Texas Ambulance Services Supplemental Payment Program.
 Took delivery of a new ambulance.
 Established a charity care model for those that cannot afford service fees.

FUTURE INITIATIVES

 Continue to consider new technology to improve patient care.
 Continue to look to make the service model sustainable.
 Increase training opportunities in emergency medical care.
 Evaluate medical direction.
 Evaluate ambulance fees.
 Maintain charity care program.

GOALS, OBJECTIVES & PERFORMANCE MEASURES

Council Priorities:

☒Public Safety ☐Innovation
☐Economic Vitality ☐Redevelopment
☐Infrastructure ☐Leadership

Goals:

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