08/05/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/05/2024 09:21
The Newton Fire Department has been awarded the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) from FEMA to support three significant projects. The grant will fund the following:
The total cost of these projects is $77,076.48, with $74,076.48 covered by federal funds and a local match of $3,703.82.
Since 2001, the AFG program has helped fire departments acquire essential equipment, gear, vehicles, training, and other resources to protect the public and emergency personnel from fire hazards. Over the past 20 years, the Newton Fire Department has successfully secured $1,033,397.48 in AFG funds, with $977,658.67 from federal sources and $56,442.63 from local matches.