Fire EMS Map re Distance from Center Street
The Mayor and City Council discussed the Fire and EMS study and plan to better understand how Fire and EMS costs should be split between Ivins City and the City of Santa Clara, though no standard method exists. Analysis can be based on response areas, response times, population, and call volume. Staff prefers a renewable 5-year agreement rather than a 1-year term for employee hiring and retention to demonstrate security and stability. A long-term Fire/EMS study examined needs over 10–25 years, including station locations and personnel, but the full recommended plan is currently unaffordable at an estimated $15 million. Council Member Mike Scott, working with Santa Clara employee Lance Haynie, explained that cost-sharing analysis is primarily population-based, with Ivins covering about 56% of costs; Ivins’ call volume exceeds 60%. A combined formula of population and calls was discussed. Mayor Hart noted that the study was completed a few months ago, and Fire Chief Cazier summarized its general findings. Both fire stations ultimately need to be remodeled, rebuilt, or relocated. The current station in Ivins on Center Street is structurally sound and well located, and moving to a site about a block and a half away would only slightly affect response times.
An exploratory phase was proposed to assess costs for land, design drawings, and a potential new facility, using the same architect to refine plans. A remodel could cost just under $2 million if started promptly, with timing being a key consideration. The Mayor and City Council agreed to authorize the City Manager to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for an architect to conduct exploratory work for both a possible new site and a remodel, with a long-term perspective in mind. The discussion may be accessed at time stamp 00:00:39.