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I write to urge you to support our cause. Legislation (S.1466/A.250), which passed both houses unanimously, will provide for a more efficient system in delivering the reimbursement to the ambulance service providers who are entitled to it, thereby strengthening the EMS system and ensuring better healthcare for all New Yorkers – including everyone in our community.

As PVA member Frank Hagelberg states, "I'm living proof of the fact that no medical or EMT or paramedic experience or abilities is required in order to be useful as a volunteer for Pittsford Volunteer Ambulance."

Part of Monroe County’s ARPA dollars have been allocated to fund the recruitment and development of new EMTs and Paramedics.

This year’s EMS Week theme - Where Emergency Care Begins - aptly recognizes our agencies role in the healthcare system and also the many providers who are the absolute first medical contact many patients have with the healthcare system.

PVA Education Manager Amanda Martin has been doing exceptional work building relationships with many of our community partners.

Leaders of multiple agencies noted there's no organized system in place to check & treat mental health. PVA showed what we do on our own to keep our crews taken care of.

Pittsford Volunteer Ambulance has once again received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Gold Plus achievement award for its commitment to offering rapid, research-based care to people experiencing the most severe form of heart attack, ultimately saving lives.

Gabby joined PVA in 2019 as an EMT, and quickly became a cornerstone of the PVA team. Her positive attitude, compassion, and exceptional patient care won her PVA's 2021 BLS Provider of the Year award.

Becca first joined SEQ as a Paramedic in 2015, freshly certified as a NYS Paramedic, and remained with the organization through SEQ's merger with PVA in 2018. She adds great value to our team, working as a patient billing specialist, crew scheduler and Shift Supervisor in addition to her duties as a Paramedic.

Matt joined PVA in 2019 as an EMT, but has nearly 30 years of experience behind him. He brings a wealth of knowledge to PVA, adding value to our organization in countless ways.