Federal Grant Award Summary

The City of Commerce received a $602,000 Project Grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) under the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program (CFDA 97.044), awarded on September 30, 2025, with a completion date of September 29, 2027. The AFG Program is designed to enhance public and firefighter safety by providing financial assistance to fire departments and emergency service organizations for critical infrastructure improvements, equipment procurement, training programs, and health and wellness initiatives.

While specific products or services to be delivered by the City of Commerce are not detailed in the award documentation provided, the funding is consistent with the AFG Program's typical support for activities such as equipment acquisition, facility modifications, training programs, and wellness initiatives for emergency responders. The two-year performance period allows the municipality to implement safety-focused improvements and operational enhancements at the local level in Commerce, Texas.