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supervision, and provides for up to two (2) additional ambulances during high call volume times (traditionally between the hours of 8:00 am and 10:00 pm). ® This model does not require any additional new positions for FY 2009-10, and when fully implemented, will reduce total costs of EMS service delivery. * Reductions in Overtime and Telephone costs in the Emergency Telephone System Fund (9--1--1) for FY 2009-10 are due to no outstanding projects remaining as the cutover for the 9- 1-1 center was completed as of January 2009. With the reduced budgeted amount in operations for the Emergency Telephone-System Fund; any additional revenue from subscriber fees will go into the 9-1-1's fund balance for future capital needs. The overhead costs listed within the Emergency Telephone System Fund is the indirect costs charged to the Fund by the General Fund based on the current County Cost Allocation Plan. Changes in Service Delivery ($'135,645 Reduction) — Emergency Services: • Eliminate use of paid student interns for special projects. • Reduce overtime in Communications and Administrative divisions. • Reduce several operational line items. • Reduce travel, training, and certifications/licenses. Reduce equipment repair, building rent, and electricity due to no longer using Orange County Rescue — Station 1 as a location for Emergency Medical Services. Reduce contract services the Fire/Rescue study will be completed in phases. Changes in Service Delivery ($'130,000 Reduction) — Emergency Telephone Fund: * Reduce overtime costs. * Reduce training/development and telephone costs. Cost of New Facilities: The department moved into its new Emergency Services facility in January 2009, and increased operational costs for FY 2009-10 are reflected in the Public Works department budget. 16-2