City adding optional ambulance surcharge on to monthly city bill

[Craig Puckett]

Hi,

Until September 1 of this year the city one of my rental homes is in has always provided free ambulance services (minus part covered by insurance) for all residents.  I received notice that the program is going away and every home will now be charged a $7.50 monthly fee to cover ambulance insurance.  During the month of August there will be a one time opt-out option.

What are my requirements as a landlord?  Am I required to offer this to them?  I plan on opting out, but since the service was in place when the rental agreement was signed am I responsible for continuing to provide them with service?  Should I present it to them as an option to continue the service and require them to pay and extra $7.50 a month, or should I just present them with papers saying they acknowledge the service is going away?  I don't want to end up on the hook if they end up with a $1,500 bill.

I'd appreciate feedback from anyone with experience with someone similar.