Coastal Valleys EMS Agency News

The Sonoma County Department of Health Services (DHS) will be holding a series of meetings to receive input from stakeholders regarding the development of the Request for Proposal for advanced life support and emergency ambulance services within the Sonoma County Exclusive Operating Area (EOA).  The first meeting will be held at 9:00 am on February 19, 2019 at the DHS Administration building located at 1450 Neotomas Avenue in Santa Rosa.

The purpose of the meeting is to receive input from interested stakeholders on the proposed structure of the RFP, including a two-option model that would require interested proposers submit a response that includes a proposal for the area covered by the existing EOA, and a second proposal that includes both the existing EOA plus yet to be determined zones outside the existing EOA. 

The Department’s goal is the development of a high performing, integrated emergency medical system that supports improved response times and patient outcomes, is fiscally sustainable, and values, recognizes, and supports the contribution of fire agencies as an integral part of the EMS response system.

For questions regarding the upcoming meeting email James Salvante at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

We have set aside some space on our Training and Education page for posting presentations and other materials used in the Coastal Valleys EMS Agency ALS Update course. Posted today; a link to the EMCrit article on 'just-in-time" stress management recommended by EMS Medical Director Dr. Mark Luoto.

The Coastal Valleys EMS Agency has published the 2018 Hospital Emergency Services Reduction Impact Report Assessment  in reference to the closure of Sonoma West Medical Center Emergency Department. The Impact Assessment was completed in accordance with CVEMSA Policy #5005 and California Health and Safety Code Sections 1255.11 and 1300. This impact evaluation report has been submitted to State of California Department of Health Services as required by law. 

Please contact CVEMSA Staff at 707-565-6501 or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. with any questions regarding the content of the report.

The Vehicle Equipment Minimum Supply List, an Addendum to CVEMSA Administrative Guideline 4004,  has been updated to reflect changes to CVEMSA Treatment Guidelines and incorporation of increased EMT scope of practice. The list is awaiting final revision pending any comments received from system participants but is available as an interim guidance document now. Please direct any comments, questions or concerns to Thomas Hinrichs, ALS Coordinator at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.