One of the most important contributions that we can make as members of the Edmonds community is to vote yes on the EMS Levy, Proposition 1, on Sept. 17.
EMS stands for Emergency Medical Services. This includes Medic 7 paramedics, firefighters, EMTs, medic and aid vehicles, training, equipment, supplies, and emergency pre-hospital care necessary to treat the sick and injured.
Edmonds has the highest percentage of residents over 65. Consequently, this population is the most frequent caller to 911, averaging eight calls a day. The presence of highly trained Medic 7 paramedics and fire department EMTs responding to an emergency call with their up-to-date and efficient equipment is most reassuring in an emergency.
If Proposition 1 does not pass on Sept. 17, it will appear onthe ballot again on Nov. 5. If the EMS levy on Nov. 5 doesn’t pass, the city council will have an enormous task to decide how to make up a shortfall of more than $1 million.
Please vote yes!
Edmonds
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