Public Safety Staffing and Advanced Life Support (ALS) Implementation
Summary
Police and fire chiefs highlighted critical staffing shortages and the lack of advanced life support (ALS) paramedics on fire engines, noting reliance on for-profit ambulance services. Additional funding is needed to hire sworn officers and firefighters.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Requires ongoing general fund or tax measure support to fund multiple sworn police and firefighter positions.
Residents experiencing medical emergencies or requiring police response will experience faster, higher-quality care and safety.
Mentions & discussions (2)
2026 REGULAR MEETING - City Council / Lincoln Redevelopment Successor Agency / Lincoln Public Financing Authority (4th Tuesday/month) - Jun 23, 2026
Lincoln Police and Fire chiefs reported critical staffing shortages, with patrol staffing running at minimal levels and fire engines lacking on-board paramedics. City officials stated that passing the sales tax is necessary to fund advanced life support and recruit and retain qualified officers and firefighters.
2026 REGULAR MEETING - City Council / Lincoln Redevelopment Successor Agency / Lincoln Public Financing Authority - Jun 9, 2026
Police and fire chiefs highlighted critical staffing shortages and the lack of advanced life support (ALS) paramedics on fire engines, noting reliance on for-profit ambulance services. Additional funding is needed to hire sworn officers and firefighters.
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