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Renewal of Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Requested by Hernando County Fire and Emergency Services d/b/a Hernando County Fire Rescue for Provision of Advanced Life Support and Basic Life Support Ground Ambulance Transport Services
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BRIEF OVERVIEW
Hernando County Fire and Emergency Services d/b/a Hernando County Fire Rescue has applied for a renewal of its current Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (COPCN) to operate Advanced Life Support and Basic Life Support ground ambulance services within the geographical boundaries of Hernando County.
Section 21-169(b), Hernando County Code of Ordinances, provides for the issuance of renewals without a public hearing when such renewal is in the public’s convenience and necessity. All other certificate holders have been notified of the renewal request, provided with a copy of the application, and given the opportunity to express any objections or concerns.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The County received the $1,000 renewal fee into the following:
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Fund: 0011 - General Fund, Department: 01201 - County Attorney’s Office, Account: 3699120 - MISC REV-RMB LEGAL FEES.
LEGAL NOTE
The Board has the authority to act on this matter pursuant to Sec. 125.01, Florida Statutes, Chapter 21, Art. X, Hernando County Code of Ordinances, and Hernando County Resolution No. 2014-20.
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RECOMMENDATION
Based on the information in the application, review of current records, and the absence of any objections, it is recommended that the Board renew the COPCN for Hernando County Fire and Emergency Services d/b/a Hernando County Fire Rescue, and authorize the Chairman’s signature on the attached certificate.