I know many municipalities have sole source ordinances as permitted by 63 OS
1-2515. Does that work well for smaller municipalities?
What if a municipality is already included in the area covered by a 522
District?
Does subsection E -- "The provisions of this section shall not be construed
or applied to limit the operation of any emergency medical service district
established and operating pursuant to Section 9C of Article 10 of the
Oklahoma Constitution." - render the municipality's sole provider ordinance
ineffective?
That's the way I read it but want to make sure I'm not missing something.
I'm working with a municipality that is within a 522 District but the
District is contracting with an ambulance service that is not providing good
service. The municipality is considering contracting for service within its
boundaries to supplement the 522 District. I was hoping enacting a sole
provider ordinance would encourage other providers to consider the
municipality, but in light of subsection E, I don't think it would help.
Any thoughts will be much appreciated.
Kim Spady