Report No. FS-09-13, Fire Dispatch Services - Municipality Of ...

Report No. FS- 09- 13
September 9, 2013
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COMMENTS:
The Fire Protection and Prevention Act clearly articulates that the provision of fire
services is a local municipal responsibility including Fire Dispatch Services.
Consequently, it is not within the jurisdiction of upper tier governments such as the
County of Middlesex.
The Municipality of Thames Centre and the other County of Middlesex municipalities
have been well served by the City of London for Fire Dispatch Services. The current
service delivery model provided by the City of London more than adequately meets the
local Fire Dispatch Service needs of the Thames Centre Fire Services.
The Thames Centre Fire and Emergency Services acknowledge that a review of future
options for the provision of Fire Dispatch Services should be undertaken on a regular
basis with local fire services partners. These considerations could include ( but not
limited to) alternative service providers, RFP ( request for proposal) issuance, equipment
compatibility, training and local geographic knowledge and computer software
interfaces.
CONSULTATION:
The Fire Chief has consulted with the Chief Administrative Officer, Senior Officers of the
Thames Centre Fire Services and local Fire Chiefs in Middlesex County.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS:
The current annual cost of the Fire Dispatch Services to the County of Middlesex for
2013 is $ 168,013. The estimate for fiscal year 2014 is $ 219,804.
Prepared by:
Randy Kalan
Fire Chief
Revi
ed by:
Greg Borduas
Chief Administrative Officer