The purpose of this agenda item it to grant a medical transfer service (MTS) franchise agreement extension in accordance to Chapter 2.29 of Georgetown Municipal Ordinance(s). To protect and promote the public health, safety, and welfare of Georgetown residents by ensuring continued medical transfer services, it is requested that the six-month notice requirement be waived.

Georgetown Fire Department has reviewed the application(s) and recommends approval.

Approval of this ordinance will allow the franchisee the following:

1. Non-exclusive privilege to provide non-emergency transfer services in Georgetown

2. Back-up to 9-1-1 ambulance service to the City

3. A three (3) year agreement with optional three (3) year extension if requested six (6) months prior to the expiration date of this agreement

A copy of the Franchise Extension Ordinance Chapter 14.28 Article I has been included for your review and reference.

If approved, a second reading of this ordinance is tentatively scheduled for September 24, 2019.