Title
Stretcher Mule Purchase
Proposed Motions
That Council approve $8,700 to purchase a Stretcher Mule funded by the AHS MFR Training and Equipment Fund 2025-2026.
Body
Administration Recommendation(s)
Administration supports the proposed motion.
Purpose
Upon Councils approval Fire Services will purchase a Stretcher Mule to support the rugged extrication of patients on trails and remote areas accessible only by foot.
Summary
Fire Services has been awarded $8,700 through the Medical First Responder (MFR) Training and Equipment Fund for the 2025–2026 cycle. These funds will be used to enhance patient care and responder safety during emergency operations.
Specifically, the funding will support the purchase of a mule transport system, designed for rugged patient extrication from trails and remote areas accessible only by foot. This equipment will improve patient comfort, reduce physical strain on responders, and enable faster, safer transport to waiting ambulances.
Historical Information:
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Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
This request supports the County’s strategic goal of Responsible Leadership by investing in equipment that enhances the safety and effectiveness of emergency medical response. By improving patient transport capabilities in remote areas, Fire Services is demonstrating a commitment to organizational excellence in the delivery of high-quality services to residents, visitors, and community groups. The addition of this equipment ensures that our responders are equipped with the tools necessary to provide timely, compassionate, and professional care in challenging environments.
Financial Impact:
Cost: $8,700
Source of Funding: Alberta Health Services’ MFR Training and Equipment Fund 2025-2026
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