The Richton Park Fire Department was awarded a $260,000 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) on November 10, 2024. The four-year project grant, running through November 9, 2028, is intended to support the fire department's efforts to enhance its emergency response capabilities and staffing. Specifically, the SAFER grant funding will enable the Richton Park Fire Department to improve frontline firefighter staffing and deployment, with the goal of ensuring adequate fire and emergency protection for the local community. As a critical public safety organization, the Richton Park Fire Department has a history of securing federal grants, including previous SAFER and Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG), to support its mission of protecting citizens through emergency response, fire suppression, rescue operations, and community safety initiatives.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $260.0k | 8/12/24 |