767.02 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES.

   (a)   The Fire Chief or designee shall have, in addition to those powers specifically granted herein, the power to investigate matters in the realm of emergency medical service and to make recommendations to the Mayor thereon, and to administer those duties delegated to it by the Mayor. These matters shall include but not be limited to:

      (1)    Licensing of companies located in the City limits that will provide ambulance service.

      (2)    Improvements in emergency medical services.

      (3)    Monitoring State of Ohio and Federal legislation related to Emergency Medical Service and Ambulance Service and making recommendations to the Mayor to assure that relevant provisions of this chapter are current and in compliance with guidelines set forth by State and Federal programs.

      (4)    Investigating, recommending and administering all other matters brought before him, including complaints, involving the delivery of emergency medical service.

   The Fire Chief is granted all powers necessary and proper to the performance of his duties. (Ord. 35-2014. Passed 4-14-14.)