Hamilton Co. Mayor Proposes $2.8 Million for Fire & Emergency Medical Services

County Commits $2.8 Million For EMS, Volunteer Fire Capital Needs

Hamilton Co. Mayor proposes $2.8 million for fire & emergency medical services

The money would go to HCEMS and the county’s volunteer fire departments for the expansion and modernization of emergency response infrastructure.

Wamp proposes $2.8M investment in EMS and volunteer fire departments

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) —  Hamilton County Mayor Weston Wamp is proposing a one-time investment to strengthen EMS and volunteer fire departments across the county. The $2.8 million investment aims to modernize equipment, improve facilities, enhance training programs, and boost first responders’ ability to act fast and effectively. Mayor Wamp’s Office says these funds would come from proceeds the county’s 2024 bond issue, and will need appr…

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