$250,000 Act 13 grant program for fire and EMS
Summary
Volunteer fire departments are shrinking and ambulance services face huge equipment bills — a stretcher now costs over $70,000. Commissioners agreed to build a fair grant program using Act 13 money and are working to bring in-person EMT training back to the county to train up to 24 recruits at a time.
At a glance
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Last discussed Apr 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Amount not set yet; comes from Act 13 fees the county collects.
Volunteer firefighters, EMS crews, and everyone who counts on 911 response in rural areas.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners — April 14, 2026
Volunteer fire departments and ambulance crews across the county are short on people and money — some calls even go unanswered. This gas-impact money funds gear, training, and recruitment for all 25 departments, with the LEPC reviewing applications.
Board of Commissioners — March 10, 2026
Volunteer fire departments are shrinking and ambulance services face huge equipment bills — a stretcher now costs over $70,000. Commissioners agreed to build a fair grant program using Act 13 money and are working to bring in-person EMT training back to the county to train up to 24 recruits at a time.
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