This was the result of a two year study by the Board of County Commissioners to come up with the best possible ALS system for the people of the county. Funding comes from a tax levy and a flat rate user fee, but the bottom line at MED-ACT is good patient care. Initially, there were two paramedic units serving the entire county. There are now ten transporting ambulances staffed 24 hours a day and one staffed 12 hours. Paramedics staff all units.
Paramedics also work in immediate and long range organizational planning.
This is accomplished through the MED-ACT Council and special interest groups. The Council participates in decision making processes regarding MED-ACT's growth and activities in concert with our mission and values.