FINANCIAL MODEL 06
County-Level Consolidation Analysis
This model analyzes the financial and operational effects of consolidating multiple EMS agencies within a single county into a unified service. It is designed for counties where two or more agencies currently operate in adjacent or overlapping service areas — a common structure in rural Colorado where historical district boundaries no longer reflect current coverage needs or financial realities.
Inputs include current agency budgets, call volumes, staffing levels, fleet assets, and facilities. Outputs model the projected cost structure of a consolidated entity, estimated administrative savings, coverage implications, and a simplified transition cost estimate. Three consolidation pathways are available: full merger, administrative consolidation with separate operations, and joint services agreements.
Intended for county commissioners, EMS agency boards, and regional planners. Does not account for legal, political, or labor factors, which must be assessed separately. For very small agencies, see the Very Small Agency Consolidation Scenarios model.
Model developed by NCRETAC. Requires agency-specific data inputs.
| County | Agencies | Annual Calls | Current ops gap | Saves | Gap after consolidation |
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