Cardiac Arrest Survival Rates
Summary
An update showed improved cardiac arrest survival rates in Fort Worth, with plans to further enhance survival through better bystander CPR training and increased AED accessibility via the PulsePoint app.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 1, 2026.
Impact analysis
The fee is intended to change behavior rather than serve as a primary revenue source.
The community benefits by keeping ambulances and fire crews available for true emergencies.
Licensed care facilities that rely on fire department assistance for patient movement.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Public Safety Committee - Sep 1, 2026
The fire department wants to charge $750 when they are called to help lift patients at care facilities, aiming to stop these facilities from using 911 as a convenience.
CITY COUNCIL WORKSESSION - Apr 7, 2026
An update showed improved cardiac arrest survival rates in Fort Worth, with plans to further enhance survival through better bystander CPR training and increased AED accessibility via the PulsePoint app.
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