U.S. Senators Debbie Stabenow and Carl Levin welcomed the announcement of federal support for the Ann Arbor, New Hudson, and Auburn Hills Fire Departments to continue improving their operations and safety.
'Our firefighters provide brave and crucial services to communities across Southeast Michigan,' said Senator Stabenow. 'This grant will fund the resources and tools they need to perform their duties effectively and keep our families safe.'
'Every day, our first responders stand ready to protect lives and property,' Levin said. 'This grant will help provide the Ann Arbor, New Hudson, and Auburn Hills Fire Departments with the support they need to protect their communities. The New Hudson Public Safety Department will receive a grant of $17,575 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Assistance to Firefighters Grant program. The City of Auburn Hills Fire Department will receive a grant of $43,650 while the Ann Arbor Fire Department will receive $87,876.The Assistance to Firefighters Grant program is a part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). These competitive grants will help fund professional training programs, update equipment and facilities, and provide new supplies to help first-responders handle hazards efficiently and effectively. More information about the grant can be found at http://www.fema.gov/welcome-assistance-firefighters-grant-program.