As a result of the closure of the crab fisheries and the complete loss of fisheries tax revenues for approximately $2.5 million, the City of Saint Paul had to implement budgetary cuts, hiring freezes, and other painful measures to withstand the loss of revenues and continue to provide essential municipal services.
One of the difficult cuts the City was forced to make is to the Emergency Medical Services (EMS). As of January 1, 2023, the City will no longer be able to contract with Delta Medical Transport, who has provided 24/7 services to the residents and the Bering Sea fishing fleet, including transport to the Saint Paul Health Center or to the airport for Medevacs, since November of 2021.
The City is urgently asking for donations in order to keep this critical service available to the community of Saint Paul. Click the button below to make your donation today.
