Monday, August 19, 2024–4:55 p.m.
-News Release-
Polk County will be receiving a fire safety grant.
Georgia Senators Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock secured the funding through the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program and Fire Prevention and Safety Program.
Polk County is getting $509,909.09 through the AFG Vehicle Acquisition program, which provides funding to purchase new vehicles.
21 fire departments across the state are benefitting from the grants.
This spring, Sen. Ossoff brought Republicans and Democrats together to pass the Fire Grants and Safety Act, which will re-authorize key grant programs — like the Assistance to Firefighters Grants Program — that provide Federal funding to Georgia’s fire departments.
Since taking office, Sens. Ossoff and Warnock have delivered dozens of Federal fire safety grants to cities, counties, and agencies across the state.
“Firefighters across Georgia put their lives on the line to keep families safe,” Sen. Ossoff said. “Senator Warnock and I will never stop championing Georgia’s heroic fire departments, and these resources will help them respond to emergencies that threaten lives and property.”
“Firefighters are some of the most selfless public servants in our communities, and ensuring they have the equipment and resources to do their jobs is how we can best express our gratitude for their service,” said Senator Reverend Warnock. “Senator Ossoff and I are proud to secure these federal funds for fire departments across Georgia so they can continue keeping our communities safe.”
