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Warren said the county staff had met with the Statesville officials on some issues, and
these had been resolved by verbal agreement.
There was consensus from the board to allow the USA to be placed back into the
planning department's work schedule ("hopper").
Request for Adoption of a Proposed Ambulance Franchise Ordinance: Assistant
County Manager Tracy Jackson reviewed a proposed ambulance ordinance, and he said it was
nonexclusive allowing the county to choose providers based on the needs of the community and
the company's qualifications. He said the county safety officer would be charged with the
responsibility of insuring the company remained in compliance with the ordinance by inspecting
the premises, vehicles, equipment, and personnel records.
Commissioner Robertson asked if the company would be required to provide the same
level of service as the county.
Jackson said the ordinance had language about the required standards, but additional
verbiage could be added.
Commissioner Johnson mentioned mutual aid, and he said formal agreements needed to
be written.
Jackson agreed, and he said they would be separate from the franchise ordinance.
Johnson mentioned the 60 -day -written notice for termination of services, and he asked if
this was enough time for the county to assume the calls.
EMS Interim Director David Cloer said 60 days was sufficient time.
Jackson said Sec. X-16 Records needed one correction and that was the removal of the
wording: "the schedule of charges. "
Commissioner Johnson stressed the importance for the board to have an opportunity to
review any ambulance provider applications prior to any public hearings.
After further discussion and review of the ordinance, there was a consensus from the
board to place the ordinance on the consent agenda (first reading), but to stipulate that the board
members desired to review future franchise applications prior to any public hearings.
(Note: After the August 15 meeting, the staff determined that a public hearing was needed before
the franchise ordinance could be adopted.)
Follow-up Regarding the Mooresville Mills Project: Deputy County Manager
Blumenstein said that even though no action was required from the county regarding
Mooresville's tax increment financing, she wanted to remind the board about the August 28
deadline if opposition existed.
The board members spoke favorably about the project, and no opposition was voiced.
Adjournment: Chairman Tice adjourned the briefing session at 6:05 p.m.
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