THE ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND GROWTH MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT AND THE ENVIRONMENTAL AND CONSUMER PROTECTION DIVISION RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE ABOVE MOTION.
Chapter 3 1/2 of the Broward County Code of Ordinances identifies the process by which every person, firm, corporation, or association must abide to provide emergency medical services within Broward County, Florida. The Environmental and Consumer Protection Division, a Division of the Environmental Protection and Growth Management Department, acts as the designee of the County Administrator for the purpose of reviewing and processing applications for Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN), including Class 1 - ALS Rescue services. The application process and monitoring of certified agencies are further promulgated through the rules and regulations set forth in Chapter 3½ of the Broward County Code and Chapter 33, Part II, Medical Transportation Rules and Regulations, of the Broward County Administrative Code.
The Environmental and Consumer Protection Division has received and reviewed the application from the Sheriff of Broward County, Florida for a renewal COPCN to provide Class 1 - ALS Rescue services within Broward County, Florida. The current COPCN is valid for five years and expires on October 1, 2018. The Environmental and Consumer Protection Division has found the above applicant to be in compliance with all County rules and regulations relating to the provision of Class 1 - ALS Rescue services. The full application, including exhibits, is maintained by the Environmental and Consumer Protection Division. Pursuant to Chapter 3½-15(b), Broward County Code, the Environmental and Consumer Protection Division has received no complaints concerning the actions of the applicant, and presents this application to the Board for its consideration. |