By WIBW TV
MANHATTAN, Kan. (WIBW) - After years of waiting – northern Riley County residents will soon have full access to a fully staffed ambulance station.
Riley County Commissioners voted unanimously to allow Riley County EMS administration staff to start working on plans for the new ambulance station, including ordering new equipment and hiring an architect to draw up plans for the building
“This is long overdue. As a…as a first responder and as an administrator, you’re always looking at how we can…how we can do more…with…for our service and this…this was a place that we’re excited about.” Riley County EMS Director David Adams says.
The decision was made after the area’s residents sparked discussion about their access to EMS services and how they could be established for the north county area until the station is built.
As for the location of the new ambulance station, Riley County owns land in Leonardville, and the mayor of Randolph has offered the use of land in the town for use as well.
Commissioners will decide the location for the new ambulance station at a future meeting.