Lowey & Larchmont Fire Chief Announce $73K Grant

Federal Funds Will Help Fire Department Upgrade Equipment

from Congresswoman Nita Lowey's office

(May 22, 2008) U. S. Congresswoman Nita Lowey (D-Westchester/Rockland) today announced that the Larchmont Fire Department has been awarded a $73,000 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to upgrade breathing and protective equipment.

“It is vital for local fire departments to have the equipment they need to protect themselves as they work to keep us safe,” said Ms. Lowey. “This grant will benefit all residents of Larchmont who can have confidence that their first responders will be better-equipped to meet the challenges they face. I am pleased that the Department of Homeland Security has recognized and is addressing this need.”

"The Department will use the money to update turnout gear for our firefighters and to purchase Scott Air-Paks,” said Larchmont Fire Department Chief Richard Heine. “This funding will improve the operational capabilities and safety for the firefighters in the department."

The Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFGP), which is administered by the Department of Homeland Security Office of Grants and Training in coordination with the U.S. Fire Administration, awards grants directly to fire departments and EMS agencies. Funds may be used to increase the effectiveness of firefighting operations, firefighter health and safety programs, emergency medical service programs, fire prevention and safety programs, and to purchase new fire equipment.

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