STURGIS, S.D. – The Sturgis Ambulance Service is considering a staffing adjustment aimed at controlling costs while continuing to provide around-the-clock emergency coverage.
Under the proposal, the service would maintain two ambulances in operation 24 hours a day. During daytime hours, three employees would staff the ambulances, with Ambulance Director Bryson Kool serving as a fourth crew member when needed.
At night, two full-time and two part-time employees would handle calls, with one part-time worker assigned to on-call status rather than remaining on duty.
Kool says the staffing model has been used successfully in the past and would allow the service to continue providing reliable emergency response without reducing ambulance availability.
City officials say the proposal is designed to maintain dependable service for residents of Sturgis and Meade County while reducing staffing and overtime expenses.
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