Title
Discuss and consider action to appoint two City Council representatives to serve on a joint emergency services task force.
Summary
This item has been included on the regular meeting agenda to allow the City Council to consider appointing two representatives to serve on a joint emergency services task force. The task force is proposed to include two City Council representatives, two Travis County Emergency Services District (ESD) No. 2 Boardmember representatives, and Mr. Danny Hobby, Travis County Emergency Services Executive.
Prior City Council Action
The City Council and Travis County ESD No. 2 Boardmembers held a joint worksession on February 17, 2015 to discuss the provision of emergency services within the City and the Travis County ESD No. 2 and options for integrated service delivery. Following discussion, both entities noted their consensus to move forward with discussions and development of agreements for a fire-based EMS system. It was suggested that Fire Chief Ron Moellenberg, City Manager Brandon Wade and Mr. Danny Hobby develop an engagement plan and that the entities spend the year discussing options.
Deadline for City Council Action
There is no deadline for action.
Fiscal Impact
TBD
Staff Recommendation
Discuss and take action as appropriate.
Drafter
Brandon Wade
City Manager