Kachina B. Smith

The 2021 Annual Report for Comal County Emergency Services District No. 6 outlines strategic actions and goals. In 2021, the district focused on implementing equipment and facilities accountability, commissioning a reserve study, and enhancing EMS leadership engagement in planning. For 2022, planned strategic initiatives include improving ISO ratings, optimizing response times in a growing service area through new practices and interlocal agreements, and continuing the use of the reserve study for financial and asset planning.

This document outlines the strategic plan for Comal County Emergency Services District No. 6, detailing current achievements and future initiatives. The plan focuses on enhancing emergency services through improved ISO rating, optimizing EMS responsiveness with agile vehicles and inter-local agreements, and fostering communication among service providers. Financially, it emphasizes maintaining fiscal health through strategic reserve account funding and debt avoidance. Looking ahead, the plan includes establishing a Master Planning Committee to assess growth, review facilities, and prepare for future construction or modifications, ensuring alignment with district growth patterns.

The meeting was scheduled to include a Public Hearing concerning the adoption of the District's proposed 2023 Ad Valorem Tax Rate of $0.080586 per $100 valuation, followed by a regular meeting. Key agenda items included receiving public comment, taking action on the adoption of the proposed 2023 Ad Valorem Tax Rate, receiving and acting upon the Treasurer's report and recommended monthly fund movement, and addressing outstanding bills. The agenda also featured reports from the Bracken Volunteer Fire Department and Schertz EMS, and a briefing and possible action regarding a fee for service sales tax administration service contract with HdL Companies.

This strategic plan outlines the organization's commitment to enhancing emergency services delivery, ensuring financial sustainability, and adapting to district growth. Key strategic goals include improving ISO ratings, optimizing EMS responsiveness through technological upgrades and inter-local agreements, and maintaining fiscal responsibility by managing reserve accounts and controlling debt. Planned actions for 2024 further emphasize maximizing response times, expanding facilities based on reserve studies, and integrating communications with the county system.

This strategic plan for Comal County Emergency Services District No. 6 outlines actions and goals focused on achieving strategic objectives. Key priorities include maintaining and improving the ISO rating, enhancing EMS responsiveness through fleet optimization and inter-local agreements, and ensuring responsible management of reserve accounts. The plan also emphasizes comprehensive master planning to address population growth, facility positioning, and overall district trends, finances, facilities, and equipment.