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Budget Hearing Report <br /> Personnel and Finance Committee <br /> September 6, 1995 <br /> Page 4 <br /> There has been considerable discussion with regard to"burn-out"of the paramedics <br /> because of the intensity of the injuries to individuals as a result of increase crime in the <br /> City.Discussions of having 1 month off every 3 months on are under consideration. It was <br /> also noted that AEMT's are required by County regulations which are directly set by the <br /> local hospital and County standards in this area. <br /> In response to a request by Assistant Chief Switalski on the EMS capital <br /> improvement budget,it was noted that that budget would be reviewed at a separate meting. <br /> Chief Taylor noted pre-calling the night before has been implemented and is <br /> working quite well. It was noted that this was a request of the City during negotiations and <br /> that now both the Union and the Management have come to an agreement and both see the <br /> benefits of such a program. <br /> Council Member Luecke voiced concern with regard to Civil Defence Warnings <br /> being antiquated and out-of-date.He requested of the Chief the cost to upgrade in this area <br /> and perhaps consider a fee similar to the E-911 fee. Chief Taylor noted that he would report <br /> back on this topic. He noted that this has been under investigation for some time and that <br /> that information would be provided. <br /> All of the Council Members present complimented the Fire Department <br /> Administration for their fine presentation and factual information. <br /> Council Member Luecke recessed the meeting at 6:10 P.M. and noted that it would <br /> be reconvened tomorrow at 4:00 P.M. in the Council informal meeting room. <br /> Respectfully submitted, <br /> Council Member Steve Luecke <br /> Chairperson,Personnel and Finance Committee <br /> Attachments <br />