Forks EMS, decide

When most of us see an injured or sick animal we do everything in our power to see that it is healed. When this is not possible, we painfully agree to make certain that the creature is destroyed humanely.

If we do this for animals, why aren't we doing this for the Forks Township EMS? The Township has put their $20,000.00 budget money on hold. This move is debilitating to this troubled organization.

While we are not saying that the Board of Supervisors actions are not justified, it seems to us that it is time for the Board to either fully, and unquestionably support Forks EMS, or, discontinue their association with Forks Township completely.

When Stockertown Fire Department got in trouble, we rushed in. We are their fire department and even though they pay us a stipend, we taxpayers are bearing the brunt of the expense associated with this. The Board of Supervisors has a fiduciary responsibility to us, the citizens of Forks Township to make sure that we have a well trained and financially secure emergency medical service.

Forks EMS has gone through some tough times. Whether they can fully recover or not is still up for debate. What should not be up for discussion however is the health and welfare of those who live, work and travel through our town.