Welcome..
The Southwest Regional Emergency & Trauma Advisory Council, Inc. (SWRETAC) is one of eleven regional EMS and Trauma Advisory Councils (RETAC)s in Colorado designated by state statute and funded with Highway User’s Tax Funds (HUTF). The SWRETAC promotes emergency medical and trauma care for patients in the counties of Archuleta, Dolores, La Plata, Montezuma, and San Juan.
![Regional map](https://swretac.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Regional-map.jpg)
Upcoming Meetings & Events
January 29, 2025
Wellness & Resiliency Committee Meeting
February 8, 2025
Provider Grant Pre-application DEADLINE!
February 8, 2025
Education Committee Meeting
February 15, 2025
Provider Grant Application DEADLINE!
March 4-5, 2025
Q3 RETAC Forum-(Golden, CO)
March 12, 2025 10:00AM- 12:00PM
SWRETAC Quarterly Executive Committee Meeting
March 12, 2025 1:00PM – 3:00PM
SWRETAC Quarterly Board Meeting
(Open to the Public)
MISSION STATEMENT
Southwest Regional Emergency and Trauma Advisory Council (SWRETAC) will maintain, improve and expand EMTS (Emergency Medical and Trauma Services) system development in Southwest Colorado.
VISION STATEMENT
SWRETAC’s vision is to develop a collaborative, comprehensive and efficient Emergency Medical and Trauma System for the region that will seek to reduce preventable mortality and morbidity by engaging regional stakeholders.
6,584
Square Miles
85,625
Population
9
Ground Ambulance Agencies
The Southwestern Regional Emergency & Trauma Advisory Council, Inc. / SWRETAC is a 501(c) 3 non-profit corporation that is registered with the Colorado Secretary of State.