SMITHVILLE – County residents are covered in the case of required emergency medical air transport thanks to an agreement approved by city representatives.Smithville City Council last week renewed its agreement with PHI Cares, a leading helicopter- based medical transport provider. Medically necessary air transport from the provider will result in no out-of-pocket expenses for in-city or Bastrop County pickups as a result.“The number one priority for the Smithville City Council is the safety of our citizens,” City Manager Robert Tamble said. “PHI Cares provides a vital service to our local community, so renewing our agreement was a no-brainer to keep ...