The City of Binghamton, NY received a $1,836,624 Project Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program (CFDA 97.083). The grant will support the city's fire department in enhancing emergency response capabilities through two primary activities: hiring new firefighters and supporting the recruitment and retention of volunteer firefighters. The goal is to ensure the city has adequate fire and emergency protection services for its residents. The grant award period runs from March 22, 2025 to March 21, 2028. As a sub-awardee, the City of Binghamton has also obtained federal pass-through funding from the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services to support emergency preparedness enhancements.
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