Austin-Travis County EMS 2022 Annual Report

message from the chief 2022 was a year of significant change at Austin-Travis County EMS. A new leadership team came together to carry on the great legacy of ATCEMS that was put into place by our predecessors. As we transitioned out of the COVID-19 pandemic, new challenges faced the organization. The year was filled with efforts focused on recruitment and retention while continuing to explore new initiatives to keep ATCEMS at the forefront of pre-hospital and out-of-hospital care. The Austin-Travis County EMS Department has been a model for excellence in the industry and I am committed to ensuring our organization stays on the leading edge of innovation and patient care solutions. Our employees are passionate and dedicated professionals striving to provide the best service to all members of our community 24 hours a day, seven days a week, despite the many challenges that they face. I was so proud to have the opportunity to join this amazing and resilient team this year. I am excited to share this annual report with you so you may learn more about our Department, the services we provide, what we have accomplished so far, and our plans for the future. I truly believe that Austin-Travis County EMS is the best EMS system in the nation and that the City of Austin and Travis County are some of the safest places to live. I want to thank and recognize the Mayor and City Council of the City of Austin, the Travis County Judge and Commissioner’s Court, and all of the officials and public safety partners that support the Austin-Travis County EMS System and its efforts to be a pioneer in the EMS industry. Lastly, I want to be sure to thank all of the dedicated and hard-working team members of the Austin-Travis County EMS system. Whether sworn or civilian, they give so much in service to the community and it is because of them that we are able to be such an amazing organization. I look forward to continuing to lead this Department and serving this community for many years to come. Sincerely, Robert Luckritz, Chief Austin-Travis County EMS 3