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Stats
The Numbers
Below is a list of data that highlights just how bad the situation is.
- 75% of calls are for medical service. 25% are fire calls.
- 54% of medic transports are for Medicaid patients: only reimbursed (between) $250-$600 per patient- which does not fully cover overhead costs. “Retail” fee for transport is billed at $2,100 which is often not paid in full.
- 400 business or commercial occupancies. About 30,000 residents and many hundreds of people travel into winfield each day to work, shop, and visit our medical facilities.
- Training Requirements for each staff member (yearly):
Training Type Hours Hazardous Materials 25 Rope Usage 25 Paramedic Skills 30 Fire Fighting Operations 25 OSHA/Safety 20 Emergency Driving Skills 30 Total 155
How new funds will be used
Comparison of Referenda
| 2021 Referendum | 2022 Referendum |
| 2 new Ambulance Crew Positions (24/7/365) | 2 new Ambulance Crew Positions (24/7/365) |
| 1 new Ambulance | 1 new Ambulance |
| Facility Updates/Upgrades | Facility Updates/Upgrades |
| Fire Prevention | Fire Prevention |
| Open South Station | Open South Station |
| Fire Engine & Fleet Upgrades | Fire Engine & Fleet Upgrades |
| 1 Additional Medic/Firefighter to form jump company (with new ambulance crew) | 1 Additional Medic/Firefighter to form jump company (with new ambulance crew) |
| Ladder Truck | Ladder Truck |
| Ambulance Fee Reduction for Residents | Ambulance Fee Reduction for Residents |
Remodel Current Station vs. New Construction
| Remodel | New Construction |
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