Homewood trustees to consider fee changes

Homewood trustees will consider a number of proposed fee changes at their regular meeting Tuesday, in addition to holding a public hearing for the 2019-2020 budget.Among the fee changes would be an increase for ambulance service fees. For residents, the basic life support rate would increase from $800 to $1,100, and the advanced life support rate would increase from $950 to $1,300. Rates are about 18 percent higher for non-residents. Costs are generally covered by insurance.Also under consideration are increases to tobacco sales licenses and liquor licenses.The board will also consider an ordinance . . .