Bastrop County Emergency Services District #3

08/27/2026

08/27/2026

🚑 FROM RAW MATERIALS TO THE ROAD: BUILDING OUR AMBULANCES

Have you ever wondered how an ambulance is built?

Bastrop County EMS will operate 15 new Frazer ambulances, mounted on Ford F-450 chassis.

Frazer’s story began more than 50 years ago, manufacturing geophysical vehicles for the oilfield industry. Designed to operate for days at a time in remote locations and the demanding West Texas heat, these vehicles were known for their superior electrical and climate-control systems.

When the oilfield industry declined in the 1980s, Frazer transitioned into ambulance manufacturing. Today, the company builds standard and specialty emergency vehicles for customers around the world.

As we get closer to our October 1 launch, we thought you might enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at how our new ambulances come together.

08/25/2026

FIRST DAY: ONBOARDING IS UNDERWAY!

Monday marked a major milestone for Bastrop County ESD #3 as we welcomed 71 new employees for their first day of onboarding!

Our team includes 29 In-Charge Paramedics, 30 EMT and Paramedic Attendants, and 12 Communications Officers who will play a critical role in providing EMS service to Bastrop County beginning October 1.

Over the next five weeks, our new team members will be hard at work:

🔹 Training on new ambulances, medical equipment, and technology
🔹 Completing training and certification on agency protocols
🔹 Stocking ambulances and medical kits
🔹 Preparing stations for Day 1
🔹 Building the teamwork and processes needed to serve our community

Each ambulance will be staffed with one In-Charge Paramedic and one Attendant, while our Communications Officers will answer 911 calls for EMS assistance and dynamically manage ambulance deployment across the county to help ensure efficient response times.

There is a lot of work ahead, but seeing our people together for the first time makes October 1 feel closer than ever.

The team is here. The training has begun. And Day 1 is almost here! 🚑💙

08/21/2026

We’re Getting Close! 41 DAYS TO GO! 🎉

The pieces are coming together! New uniforms have arrived, and our ZOLL monitors are ready to go as we continue preparing for the launch of Bastrop County EMS.

Every delivery, every piece of equipment, and every step forward brings us closer to October 1!

A lot is happening behind the scenes, and we can’t wait to put it all into action serving our community. 💙💛

08/11/2026

🚑 Health, Community & EMS! 💙

We had a blast at the Bastrop County Health Fair! It was a great day of meeting new faces, talking all things EMS, sharing health information, and connecting with our community.

A big THANK YOU to everyone who stopped by to chat with our team — we loved seeing you! 👋💙

08/03/2026

Out in the Community 🤠

The past few weeks have been busy for our crews as we've had the privilege of providing EMS coverage for both Western Days and the Bastrop Rodeo!

Whether supporting community celebrations, sporting events, or other special gatherings, our paramedics and EMTs are committed to being there when our community needs us most. It's an honor to help ensure these hometown traditions are prepared for any medical emergency, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy everything Bastrop County has to offer with the confidence that emergency medical care is close at hand.

Thank you to the event organizers, volunteers, and our public safety partners who helped make these events successful. We appreciate the opportunity to serve our community—both on and off the ambulance.

We look forward to seeing you at the next community event!

07/29/2026

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Next, show up and make a difference!

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Next, show up and make a difference!

07/20/2026

🚑 73 Days Until Launch! 🚑

Every day brings us one step closer to October 1, when Bastrop County EMS will begin serving our community.

Behind the scenes, our team is hard at work preparing for day one. Every detail matters, and we're making tremendous progress.

Over the past several weeks, we've been:
✅ Hiring and onboarding exceptional EMS professionals
✅ Training our frontline supervisors and field staff
✅ Outfitting and updating EMS Communications Center
✅ Receiving, equipping, and preparing our new ambulance fleet
✅ Installing advanced life-saving medical equipment
✅ Developing clinical protocols and operational procedures
✅ Preparing stations and support facilities throughout the district
✅ Testing the technology and communications systems that will keep our crews connected

This countdown represents more than the days remaining—it's a reminder of the dedication, planning, and teamwork going into building an EMS system our community can rely on from day one.

Thank you for following our journey and for your continued support. We look forward to serving Bastrop County.

🚨 73 days until Bastrop County EMS is ready to answer the call.

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07/09/2026

🚑 They're here!!!

The first three brand-new Frazer ambulances have officially arrived!

Built with cutting-edge technology, enhanced safety features, and a patient-focused design, these ambulances will help our crews deliver the highest level of emergency medical care throughout Bastrop County. Every detail—from the layout to the equipment—was selected to support our paramedics and EMTs while providing the best possible experience for our patients.

This is more than just a new fleet—it's the future of EMS in Bastrop County taking shape.

Over the coming weeks, our team will be outfitting each ambulance with lifesaving equipment, completing inspections, and preparing them for service as we continue our transition to a county-operated EMS system.

These are just the beginning. More ambulances will be arriving soon as we continue building a modern, reliable fleet ready to serve our community for years to come.

💙 Thank you to our Board of Commissioners, staff, and community for your continued support as we build a stronger future for emergency medical services in Bastrop County. A very BIG thank you to Bastrop County Emergency Services District No. 2 for taking the time to join us yesterday!