A member of the Barnegat Township First Aid Squad said she was “appalled” by what she believes was a lack of respect the township had toward volunteers.

Liz Davis’ comments came during the public portion of the March 1 township committee meeting when officials finalized an agreement with Quality Medical Transport to provide ambulance service around the clock seven days a week. The new arrangement, which went into effect Feb. 15, relegates the first aid squad to back-up duty.