Summary
Council President Bird reported that senior facilities drive a large share of EMS calls, but a preliminary review found only 10-20% may be preventable. Staff will meet with facility leadership on fall prevention and best practices rather than changing where such facilities can locate.
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Preventable calls waste EMS hours; potential savings from facility-level interventions.
✅Who benefits
Seniors in care facilities and EMS crews whose time is freed for true emergencies.
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