Hawkins County’s Ems Exploratory Committee Has Suggested The County Take Over Ownership And Financial Obligations Of Countywide Ambulance Service. The Move Would Cost The County Upwards Of 2.5 Million Dollars Over The Next Five Years. Finding The Funds To Pay For The Transition Will Be The Responsibility Of The County Commission. The Next Step In The Process Will Be To Schedule A Joint Meeting Of The Public Safety, Budget And Advisory Committees.