Gogebic County officials address 911, ambulance issues

By P.J. GLISSON

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BESSEMER — The Gogebic County Board of Commissioners took action on several issues relating to public safety at the most recent March 13 meeting.

Commissioners voted to approve a resolution that authorizes the continuation of a surcharge to fund 911 services.

“It will take effect on July 1,” said Heidi DeRosso, the county’s Emergency Services/911 coordinator.

DeRosso said that the county’s 911 Committee recommended continuing the same charge that is currently in effect.

According to the resolution, the surcharge “is necessary to defray the costs of being...