Waxahachie Fire Dept. Receives Grant
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01/27/2009 17:35:00
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AUSTIN - On Jan. 23 U.S Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison announced $1,080,830 in the U.S department of Homeland Security Assistance to Firefighters Grants for Texas firefighters to increase an overall readiness and first response capabilities.
Hutchison explained that these grants would “provide our firefighters and first responders with the resources they need to save lives”.
The funding, according to DHS, will allow the fire departments and emergency service organizations to purchase response vehicles, receive training and conduct first responder health and safety programs.
“The funding will help these brave men and women better prepare for and respond to emergency situations in our communities,” Hutchison said.
Organizations that will receive funding:
FY 2008 Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program
Tri Lakes Pittsburg $19,950
Myra Volunteer Fire Dept. Myra $ 15,200
Ben Wheeler Fire Dept. Ben Wheeler $ 90,035
Waxahachie Fire/Rescue Waxahachie $ 12,239
Gustine Volunteer Fire Dept. Gustine $ 25,389
Poolville Volunteer Fire Dept. Inc Poolville $ 11,768
Abilene Fire Dept. Abilene $142,200
Hawley Volunteer Fire Dept. Hawley $ 28,049
Laredo Fire Dept. Laredo $ 400,000
Richardson Fire Dept. Richardson $ 336,000
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