Grassley: $235,049 to Four Iowa Fire Departments

WASHINGTON

– Sen. Chuck Grassley announced today that the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has awarded $235,049 in grants to four Iowa fire departments. The funds are through the Assistance to Firefighter Grant Program

           

"Helping firefighters respond quickly and appropriately can save lives, money and heartache," Grassley said. “These funds will help make sure our fire departments have the equipment and training necessary to protect local citizens.” 

            Fire departments in three communities will receive funding through the Operations and Safety Program. These funds can be used to train firefighting personnel, establish wellness and fitness programs, purchase protective equipment, and improve fire stations and facilities.

            Here is the allocation of the Operations and Safety Program Grants.

The Northern Des Moines County Rural Fire District in Mediapolis was awarded a $142,500 grant through the Vehicle Acquisition Program.  These funds can be used to purchase pumpers, brush trucks, tankers/tenders, rescue vehicles, ambulances, quints, aerials, foam units, and fireboats.

            This funding is part of round 23 of thr fiscal 2007 Assistance to Firefighters Grant Awards.  The federal program will distribute funds to local fire departments to improve the effectiveness of firefighting operations, firefighter health and safety programs, and to establish or expand fire prevention programs.

                                                           
     


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