(Feb 14, 2022) Rep. Austin Davis
McKEESPORT, Feb. 14 – State Rep. Austin Davis, D-Allegheny, announced 11 fire and EMS companies in the 35 th Legislative District were awarded $158,674 in grants. “Our first responders have selflessly served our communities in the face of this pandemic,” Davis said. “COVID-19 has made it even more challenging for our local fire and EMS organizations to raise funds for their facilities, training and equipment so they can continue to do their work and keep us safe. I will continue to fight for funding that will continue to support our first responders and give them access to much-needed resources.” The grants come from the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Service Grant Program, which is administered by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner. The following amounts were awarded: City of McKeesport Fire Dept. - $14,750. McKeesport Ambulance Rescue Service - $8,325. Versailles Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1 Inc. - $12,000. Vigilant Hose Company No. 1 - $14,999. Volunteer Firemans Association of Liberty Borough - $15,000. Duquesne Volunteer Fire Dept. - $15,000. Duquesne Annex Volunteer Fire Co. - $15,000. Munhall Area Prehospital Services - $8,325. Munhall Volunteer Fire Co. #2 - $25,275. Munhall Volunteer Fire Co. No. 1 - $15,000. Park Volunteer Fire Co. No. 4 - $15,000. The funding can be used for facility upgrades, equipment, debt reduction, training, Read more