Motion would move $12,978,581.08 to LAFD for state ambulance reimbursement payment
The payment to the state health care agency is due by October 16, 2026, and keeps the city eligible for added Medi-Cal ambulance revenue.
The city would transfer $12,978,581.08 from a reserve fund to the Fire Department so it can pay the state by October 16, 2026, under a program that returns Medi-Cal money for ambulance transports. Councilmember John S. Lee introduced the motion, which goes to the Budget and Finance Committee.
What happens next
Council action sought on October 1 or soon after, with payment due by October 16, 2026 · Oct 16
How the Council voted on this file
Yes No Absent
- 13–0–2
Motion would move $12,978,581.08 to LAFD for state ambulance reimbursement payment
Council File 26-1353Item 10 · Oct 2 meetingAdopted
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