The County of Dona Ana received a $5,893,731.36 Project Grant award under the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program, funded by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The grant aims to assist local fire departments with staffing and deployment capabilities to respond to emergencies and ensure adequate protection from fire and fire-related hazards for communities. The award will enable the County to enhance frontline staffing and operational readiness of fire departments serving Dona Ana County, New Mexico over the project period. As a prime federal grant recipient, the County of Dona Ana has extensive experience delivering services and programs funded by various federal agencies, including the Department of Interior's Bureau of Indian Affairs, Department of Transportation, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Justice, and Department of Health and Human Services. The County has provided detention center services, supported traffic safety enforcement and infrastructure projects, and carried out health promotion initiatives through prime and sub-awards. Through this SAFER Grant award, the County will continue to expand staffing and resources for its local fire departments to enhance emergency response capabilities for the community.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $5.9m | 9/15/23 |