I’m pleased to share that more grant dollars are returning to the 115th! Eight local fire departments, ambulance services, and fire protection districts have been awarded more than $164,000 in grants through the Illinois State Fire Marshal’s (OSFM) Small Equipment Grant Program.
Departments accepting grant money from OSFM in the 115th District include:
Gorham Fire Department- $17,669
Monroe County Ambulance Service- $18,000
Maeystown Fire Department- $8,030
Valmeyer Fire Department- $25,000
Steeleville Fire Department- $18,919
Ellis Grove Volunteer Fire Department- $24,800
New Athens Fire Protection District- $25,913
Washington County Ambulance- $26,000
Providing this funding to our local departments will help ensure they have the equipment and resources necessary to continue serving our communities safely and effectively.