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February 12, 2020
Naples, Florida
MINUTES OF THE OF THE COLLIER COUNTY EMERGENCY
MEDICAL AUTHORITY MEETING
LET IT BE REMEMBERED, the Emergency Medical Authority in and for the
County of Collier, having conducted business herein, met on this date at 9:30 AM in
REGULAR SESSION at Collier County Government, 3301 Tamiami Trail East,
Human Resources Training room, Naples, Florida with the following members
present:
Chair: E.B. Yarnell, Citizen Representative
Robert Chalhoub, Citizen Representative
James Britton, Citizen Representative
ALSO, PRESENT: Tabatha Butcher, Chief, EMS
Bruce Gastineau, Assistant Chief, EMS
Yolanda Garza, Admin Assistant, EMS
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COLLIER COUNTY
EMERGENCY MEDICAL AUTHORITY (EMA) AGENDA
February 12, 2020– Wednesday
9:30am
Collier County Human Resources Training Room
1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Meeting called to order by Mrs. Yarnell at 9:30 am. A Quorum was established.
2. AGENDA AND MINUTES
A. Approval of Today’s agenda
Motion to approve agenda by Mr. Chalhoub. Seconded by Mr. Britton. Passed unanimously.
B. Approval of the December 11, 2019 Meeting Minutes
Motion to approve December minutes by Mr. Britton. Seconded by Mr. Chalhoub. Passed
unanimously.
C. Approval of the January 8, 2020 Meeting Minutes
Motion to approve January Minutes by Mr. Britton. Seconded by Mr. Chalhoub. Passed
unanimously.
3. Old business
A. Performance Measures Update
Chief Butcher discussed performance measures. Over the last year, hospital offload reports
have been consistent. Drug overuse has been increasing, and trauma alerts have been
decreasing.
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. Re-Appointment and Appointment of EMA members
The board has approved Mr. Chalhoub to be reappointed. A recommendation was made to
the board for Mrs. Davis and Mr. Alexander to come in for next meeting.
B. Seminole Tribe COPCN renewal
Chief DiPeteallo from Seminole Tribe discussed new facility to be constructed within the
next couple months. Motion to recommend Seminole Tribe Renewal by Mr. Chalhoub.
Seconded by Mr. Britton. Passed unanimously.
C. CareMed COPCN application
Mr. Chalhoub questioned financials regarding buying equipment. Mrs. Nerlyne stated that
they have already bought necessary equipment. Mr. Skavroneck had a couple concerns
about selection of people that will be transported. Mr. Skavroneck recommends reaching
out to current providers to see how many patients get transported to hospice. Mr. Summers
would like some time to set up some framework or come up with a way to evaluate. Motion
to approve the COPCN by Mr. Chalhoub. Second by Mr. Britton. Motion passed.
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D. Medi Cab COPCN Presentation
Mr. Martin for BLS Interfacility transport presented his case to have the opportunity to
operate in Collier County. Mrs. Yarnell pointed out they need updated financial information.
Mr. Skavroneck voiced concerns regarding previous experience, protocols, and financials.
5. FIRE SERVICE DISCUSSION
No Discussion
6. STAFF REPORTS
Chief Butcher discussed helicopter is now in Louisiana. Still on target for May 2020.
Participation in active shooter training.
Hacienda lakes coming along well. Moving in in May.
Purchase 5 acres property in DeSoto. River grass was approved.
Mr. Summers discussed engine problems with the school bus that will be turned into emergency
bus.
7. PUBLIC COMMENT
No comments
8. BOARD MEMBER DISCUSSION
No Discussion
9. ESTABLISH NEXT MEETING DATE
A. March 11th at 9:30 am. Mr. Chalhoub may have a conflict for this meeting.
10. ADJOURMENT
Motion to adjourn by Mr. Britton. Seconded by Mr. Chalhoub. Meeting adjourned by Mrs. Yarnell at
11:11.
Collier County Emergency Medical Authority
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Chair, E.B Yarnell
These minutes approved by the Board/Committee on _______________ as presented____ as
amended____.
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