The Town of Snead in Altoona, Alabama received a $201,999.95 Project Grant award from the Federal Emergency Management Agency under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (CFDA 97.044) for the period of September 1, 2021 through August 31, 2023. The goal of the AFG Program is to enhance firefighter and public safety with respect to fire and fire-related hazards by providing critical equipment, protective gear, emergency vehicles, training and other resources that equip first responders to better prepare for and respond to incidents. It can reasonably be inferred that the Town of Snead will utilize this funding to acquire such equipment and resources to improve the capabilities of its fire department and enhance the safety of firefighters and the public they serve.