Contracted Services

Contracted Public Safety Services | 9-1-1 Dispatch and Ambulance Services

The City of Lindsay Public Safety Department partners with contracted agencies to provide essential emergency services, including 9-1-1 dispatch and ambulance services. These partnerships help ensure that residents receive timely, professional, and effective emergency response when every second counts.

Contracted services complement the work of Lindsay Police, Fire, and other Public Safety divisions, creating a seamless system of care and protection for the community.

Contracted 9-1-1 Dispatch Services

The City of Lindsay relies on professional contracted 9-1-1 dispatch services to coordinate and manage emergency responses for public safety agencies. Dispatchers serve as the first point of contact for residents in need and play a critical role in ensuring rapid, accurate, and efficient response.

Responsibilities include:

• Dispatching and coordinating responses for police, fire, and emergency medical personnel
• Translating incoming information into the appropriate response codes
• Determining and assigning priority levels for emergency calls
• Asking vital questions to assess the situation
• Providing pre-arrival instructions for emergency medical calls
• These highly trained professionals help bridge the gap between citizens and emergency responders, ensuring that help arrives quickly and appropriately.

Contracted Ambulance Services

Contracted ambulance services provide both emergency and non-emergency medical care to residents of Lindsay. Ambulance personnel are trained to respond calmly, efficiently, and professionally, delivering high-quality medical care at the scene and during transport.

Services include:

• Responding to emergency and non-emergency calls promptly
• Administering basic and restricted advanced life support (ALS) to patients
• Assessing the nature and extent of injuries or illnesses
• Communicating with professional medical personnel and treatment facilities to coordinate ongoing care
• By partnering with a professional ambulance provider, the City of Lindsay ensures that residents have access to reliable medical response and care in every situation.

Community Commitment

Contracted services are an integral part of the City of Lindsay Public Safety Department’s mission to protect life, property, and the well-being of the community. By leveraging partnerships with expert dispatch and ambulance services, the department provides residents with the highest level of professional service and emergency preparedness.