FY 25 Harford County Government Proposed Operating Budget

DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES Volunteer Fire Companies Cost Center 223000

ORIGIN/PURPOSE: The Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Companies in Harford County respond to all fre, ambulance and rescue incidents occurring within county boundaries and upon request, respond to emergency situations in neighboring jurisdictions. Harford County is one of the largest counties in the United States to still maintain an all volunteer status. In accordance with Chapter 1, Section 33, of the Harford County Code and in recognition of this dedicated volunteer service, and as this service represents a substantial savings to Harford County and its residents, funds are provided through this budgetary account to support the Association of the Volunteer Fire & Emergency Medical Services of Harford County, Inc.

DIVISION SUMMARY BY CHARACTER

DES VFC by Character

FY 22 Audited

FY 23 Audited

FY 24 Approved Budget

FY 25 Proposed Budget

SALARIES AND WAGES CONTRACTUAL SERVICES SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS

$0

$0

$1,292,879

$1,674,910

$442,761

$569,215

$818,000

$665,000

$0

$4,914

$30,000

$30,000

MISCELLANEOUS

$7,302,844 $7,745,605

$8,088,295 $8,662,423

$8,082,423 $10,223,302

$8,552,423 $10,922,333

TOTAL

351