Gordon Heights Fire District

Gordon Heights Fire District is a local government entity located in Medford, New York, registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) since July 28, 2011, with a current registration valid through April 17, 2025. As a U.S. local government and municipal organization, the fire district serves its community by providing critical emergency response and fire protection services. Its primary function is to ensure public safety through comprehensive fire prevention, emergency response, and community protection efforts.

The fire district has consistently secured federal grants from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), specifically through two key programs: the Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant Program and the Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program. These grants have enabled the Gordon Heights Fire District to enhance its operational capabilities by funding critical investments in staffing, equipment, and infrastructure. The most recent awards include a $108,900 SAFER Grant awarded on November 10, 2024, which will support hiring new firefighters and implementing volunteer recruitment strategies over a four-year period, and a $198,250 AFG Grant awarded on August 19, 2024, focused on procuring firefighting equipment, personal protective gear, conducting training programs, and implementing facility modifications. Previous grants, such as the $100,500 AFG Grant awarded in February 2023, have similarly supported the district's mission of improving public and firefighter safety by providing resources for fire and fire-related hazard mitigation.