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With the call load constantly increasing, we began considering getting out of the convalescent transfer business so we could concentrate strictly on emergencies. In November 1991 this came true. Char-Meck Ambulance Service received a franchise to handle the non-emergency calls in Cabarrus County. In 1992 we also changed the look of our ambulances. Getting away from the standard orange and white, we changed to a unique red and white paint scheme. We dressed them up a little and are really proud of them. Also in 1992 the enhanced 911 system became operational. During 1992 the call load had risen to almost 8000 calls annually. So now it's May 1993, and we're almost twenty years old. We've experienced a lot of growth, expansion, and tolerated many changes, some of which were not welcome initially. But in a constantly changing world, we must accept change in order to grow, prosper~ and survive. By the end of this month, every full-time employee of Cabarrus EMS will be at the Paramedic level. I'm not aware of any other service in North Carolina that has 100% staff of Paramedics. Also every employee is trained in Basic Trauma Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advance Life Support, which is highly commendable. The citizens of this County are fortunate to have such a group of highly trained professionals. As we go into the Twenty-first Century, the field of pre- hospital emergency care looks very promising. Many new and advanced life saving techniques will be available. Advanced Life Support equipment is constantly being improved. And as we look to the future, we shall continue to constantly strive to upgrade and improve our service. Our goal as always is to continue to provide the citizens of Cabarrus County, the best possible care and equipment that is available. Respectfully submitted by Ron Harwood EMT/Paramedic Supervisor Cabarrus County EMS since September 15, 1973