TAMRMS#: B06
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Community Response Unit (CRU) Implementation
Notice given by: Councillor Clark
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PROPOSED MOTION(S):
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That Administration explore the feasibility and estimated costs associated with implementing a Community Response Unit (CRU) to support frontline emergency response operations alongside our fire apparatus and integrated EMS service, and that Administration review and report back on:
* Potential operational models for a Community Response Unit;
* Estimated capital and operating costs associated with implementation;
* Staffing requirements and potential deployment strategies;
* Opportunities for integration with existing Fire and EMS operations;
* Potential impacts on response times, service delivery, and resource utilization;
* Examples or best practices from comparable municipalities utilizing similar models; and
* Any anticipated funding opportunities, partnerships, or phased implementation options.
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ADMINISTRATION'S UNDERSTANDING OF THE INTENT OF THE MOTION
If approved, Administration will provide a report to Council/Committee that addresses potential operating models along with their feasibility and capital/operating costs for the implementation of a Community Response Unit to support frontline emergency response operations alongside our fire apparatus and integrated EMS service. The report will also include additional elements as defined by the motion.
PURPOSE OF REPORT
The purpose of this report is to present a motion for which Councillor Clark gave notice on May 19, 2026.
ALIGNMENT TO COUNCIL DIRECTION OR MANDATORY STATUTORY PROVISION
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BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION
Community Response Units exist in multiple municipalities in Alberta operating under various operating models ranging from a CRU as a physical resource to a CRU as a full service level/program with many other options in between. Administration would assess these options in a St. Albert specific data-driven context considering both com...
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