04/09/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/09/2024 22:43
The new online resource is available to fire departments, media outlets and the general public, allowing easy access to up-to-date information regarding grant funding that has been awarded in support of MARCS (Multi-Agency Radio Communications), equipment and training initiatives. Additional key features of the dashboard include the ability to sort and filter grants by county and grant type, and also search for grants by individual department.
The dashboard is available at com.ohio.gov/SFMDashboard.
"This dashboard is more than just a data visualization tool; it represents our ongoing commitment to innovation, transparency and support for Ohio's fire service community," said Ohio Fire Marshal Kevin Reardon. "We believe this dashboard will be an indispensable resource for Ohio fire departments and first responders in helping to inform decisions and demonstrate the significant impact awarded grants have had on their ability to keep their communities safe."
The process of securing funding for essential services and equipment can be complex and time-consuming, and the grants awarded by SFM play a significant role in the state's fire departments' ability to serve Ohio communities.
During the past fiscal year (2023-2024), SFM awarded approximately $6.275 million in grants to fire departments across Ohio for the benefit of the communities they serve. Those funds included:
By making this information more easily accessible to all Ohioans, but particularly fire departments throughout the state, they can better understand the grants that have been awarded, and what potential opportunities there may be to secure future funding. The Tableau-based platform represents a significant step forward in how SFM shares and utilizes data related to awarded grants.
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Kevin Reardon, Ohio State Fire Marshal, Ohio Department of Commerce
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The Division of State Fire Marshal is part of the Ohio Department of Commerce. The department is Ohio's chief regulatory agency, focused on promoting prosperity and protecting what matters most to Ohioans. We ensure businesses follow the laws that help them create jobs and keep Ohioans safe. To learn more about what we do, visit our website at com.ohio.gov.