Summary
The council approved step one of a plan to run a Tri-State ambulance 24/7 out of Station 1 using La Crosse firefighter-paramedics, addressing rising call volumes and paramedic shortages.
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Last discussed Feb 12, 2026.
Impact analysis
Revenue comes in but flows back out through a special expense account covering personnel compensation and overtime backfill.
Residents across the city get faster, more reliable ambulance coverage.
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La Crosse fire to staff ambulance 24/7, following council vote
La Crosse fire to staff ambulance 24/7, following council vote WIZM 92.3FM 106.7FM 1410AM
Common Council - Feb 12, 2026
The council approved step one of a plan to run a Tri-State ambulance 24/7 out of Station 1 using La Crosse firefighter-paramedics, addressing rising call volumes and paramedic shortages.
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