NCRETAC-Funded Projects: Supporting Education, Injury Prevention, and the Future of EMS
Our board of directors set’s our strategic objectives and sets aside funding to support projects throughout the region.
Our projects have big impacts!
The Northeast Colorado Regional Emergency Medical & Trauma Advisory Council (NCRETAC) is committed to strengthening EMS and trauma care across our region. Our funding has historically focused on education and injury prevention, ensuring that EMS providers, healthcare professionals, and communities have access to critical training and resources to improve patient care and public safety.
2025 Special Projects Budget
The 2025 budget year ends June 30, 2025. These funds are designated for each of the activities. Increases or changes requres a board vote for approval.
| Project Description | 2025 Budgeted Amount |
|---|---|
| TVEMS Refresher | $15,000 |
| Morgan County EMTS Conference | $5,000 |
| Specialty EMTS Courses | $20,000 |
| Public Education | $10,000 |
| Estes Park Health Critical Care Conference | $12,000 |
| Injury Prevention | $18,000 |
| Pediatric transport restraint devices | $57,300 |
| EMS & Trauma Education Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Whole Blood Implementation | $60,000 |
| MCI/Trauma Triage | $5,000 |
| Total | $207,300 |
Potential 2026 Special Projects Budget
The 2026 budget year begins July 1, 2025. The annual budget is discussed and approved by the board each May. These amounts are anticipated to be approved but they are subject to revision or removal until approved.
| Project Description | 2026 Estimated Amount |
|---|---|
| TVEMS Refresher | $15,000 |
| Morgan County EMTS Conference | $5,000 |
| Specialty EMTS Courses | $20,000 |
| Public Education | $10,000 |
| Estes Park Health Critical Care Conference | $12,000 |
| Injury Prevention | $18,000 |
| Austere Emergency Care | $28,800 |
| EMS & Trauma Education Scholarships | $5,000 |
| EMS Leadership Bootcamp | $22,500 |
| Peer Support Academy | $27,700 |
| Total | $174,000 |