SUBJECT
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Consideration to renew and amend service contract with Dr. Arturo Garza-Gongora, licensed Family Medical Practice, in the annual amount of $95,000.00 to serve as Medical Director/Supervisor of pre-hospital care for the City of Laredo Fire Department as required by EMS National Registry. There is an 8% price increase due to the number of calls, approximately 35,000 per year, from licensed EMS personnel and assistance in preventive programs. These programs include the Opioid Response Team (ORT) and the minor care clinic for our unsheltered community members at Bethany House. Additionally, we have experienced a consistent 10% increase in EMS emergency responses every year, further justifying the need for this renewal and amendment. The term of this contract was for a period of three years with option to renew two additional years. This is the last extension period. Funding is available in the General Fund- Fire EMS.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
Medical service agreement was approved by City Council on July 26, 2021.
BACKGROUND
Dr. Arturo Garza-Gongora was contracted to be the Laredo Fire Department's Medical Director in 2013.He serves as Supervisor of Pre-Hospital Care and is responsible for the establishment, implementation, and modification of standards of care, field practice of medicine, and quality improvement. The Laredo Fire Department has been able to improve policies/procedures providing enhanced patient care and positive outcomes. Dr. A. Garza-Gongora is instrumental with our EMS Education program assuring that Laredo Fire Department students and paramedics are competent in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
None.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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It is recommended that this renewal contract be approved.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2024
Budgeted Y/N?: Yes.
Source of Funds: General Fund-Fire EMS
Account #: 101-2415-523-5528
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
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