Staffing for adequate fire and emergency response (SAFER)

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) awarded a $769,724 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant to the Stayton Fire District in Stayton, OR. The grant, which runs from November 23, 2023 to November 22, 2027, will enable the fire district to enhance its staffing levels and deployment capabilities to improve emergency response and fire protection services for the local community. The SAFER grant program supports local fire departments in ensuring adequate staffing and resources to respond to emergencies and mitigate fire-related hazards. This award builds on previous SAFER grants received by the Stayton Fire District, including a $680,967 award in 2019, as well as a $396,440 Assistance to Firefighters Grant in 2023 for safety equipment. The federal grant funding has allowed the Stayton Fire District, a U.S. local government entity, to strengthen its emergency response capabilities and better serve the diverse community it protects in the foothills of the Cascade Mountain Range.