Subject:
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Renewal of Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity for Advanced Life Support Providers.
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Recommended Action:
Recommended Action
Approve and issue renewal Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) for the attached list of Advanced Life Support (ALS) Providers.
Authorize the Chairman to sign the certificates.
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Strategic Plan:
Ensure Public Health, Safety, and Welfare
2.1 Provide planning, coordination, prevention, and protective services to ensure a safe and secure community
Deliver First Class Services to the Public and Our Customers
5.3 Ensure effective and efficient delivery of county services and support
Summary:
A COPCN is issued to ALS First Responders, ALS Helicopter Ambulances, St. Joseph’s Hospital, and Sunstar, pursuant to Pinellas County Code, Chapter 54 and in accordance with Florida Statutes, Section 401.25.
Background Information:
The current COPCN for the attached list of providers will expire on December 31, 2016.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact involved with the issuance of these certifications.
Staff Member Responsible:
Craig Hare, Director, EMS & Fire Administration
Partners:
City of Clearwater
City of Dunedin
City of Gulfport
City of Largo
City of Madeira Beach
City of Oldsmar
City of Pinellas Park
City of Safety Harbor
City of Seminole
City of South Pasadena
City of St. Pete Beach
City of St. Petersburg
City of Tarpon Springs
City of Treasure Island
East Lake Tarpon Special Fire Control District
Lealman Special Fire Control District
Palm Harbor Special Fire Control District
Pinellas Suncoast Special Fire & Rescue District
Florida Health Sciences Center, Inc., d/b/a Tampa General Hospital - AEROMED
Rocky Mountain Holdings, LLC d/b/a BAYFLITE
St. Joseph’s Hospital
Pinellas County Emergency Medical Services Authority d/b/a Sunstar
Attachments:
Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Provider Agency Listing
COPCN Certificates