Emergency Responders

16 counties in Michigan are requesting taxpayer dollars this upcoming election in order to support ambulance operations. Emergency Medical Service departments in Michigan have been struggling to keep up with rising service costs.

Voters in Whitefish Township approved of a millage proposal that would increase funding for its emergency medical services over the next four years.

In the face of a shrinking tax base, Whitefish Township voters will decide on Feb. 27 if they want their emergency medical services to remain in-house.

Cass County emergency authority has tentative plans for a permanent ambulance services arrangement

The Michigan Secretary of State is reminding drivers to move over for first responders. Michigan drivers are required by law to switch to opposite lanes…