Improving EMS in West Virginia: Three places to start
This brief post examines three essential aspects for reforming EMS in the Mountain State: information, state-level funding, and increased capacity.
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Running a public safety excess levy? Five things to consider as a local leader
Public safety excess levies play an important part in West Virginia communities' fire protection, emergency medical services (EMS), law enforcement, and 911 services.
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List: West Virginia counties with public safety excess levies
Just under half the state’s counties have excess levies to support public safety.
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Monroe County fire excess levy slated for renewal next spring
Monroe County's fire excess levy is up for renewal in 2024, and will appear on the May primary ballot for all voters.
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West Virginia EMS Funding: Excess levies, explained
Excess levies refer to additional property taxes that can be imposed by county governments, municipalities, and school boards, with the approval of voters, beyond the state-mandated property tax rate.
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