By Dewey Terrill
JC Post
Both Geary County and Junction City Commissioners have been approached this week about the need to resolve their disagreement on the amount of EMS fees to be paid by the County to the City. They jointly fund the service.
Tuesday night the Geary County Rural Fire Chief Garry Berges, pointed to the strong working relationship with the Junction City Fire Department on issues ranging from water and grass fires to fireworks displays. He told the city commission that they're all in it for the citizens of Geary County.
John Moyer explained that the City and County are all stewards of taxpayer's money, and he's hopeful a resolution can be found. He informed the County that he wants the two entities to sit down and talk this issue through. He also noted that the issue is putting a lot stress on the employees of the Junction City Fire Department but it's not their fault.
Deanna Munson explained she might not be alive today without excellent service she received last spring, while Julie Hildebrand urged that personal feelings be put aside and that they do what's best for everybody as a whole.
Speaking to the Geary County Commission, Kelly Heindel pointed out that the situation is causing undue stress on Geary County citizens.
The City did approve a motion this week that did not include any action to cut EMS service to the rural areas of the county. City Commissioner Jeff Underhill noted that they were being more compassionate. That motion was seconded by Commissioner Ronna Larson.