Port security grant program

The Town of Marblehead Fire Department received a $397,203.00 Project Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Port Security Grant Program (CFDA 97.056) on August 28, 2023. This grant funding is being used to enhance port security and protect critical transportation infrastructure in the town of Marblehead, Massachusetts. The Port Security Grant Program is part of DHS/FEMA's focus on securing transportation infrastructure and supporting emergency preparedness efforts across the country. The Marblehead Fire Department, as the local government entity responsible for fire protection and emergency response, will utilize this federal grant award to strengthen their capabilities in safeguarding the town's port facilities and ensuring the resilience of the local transportation network.