Press release:
Congressman Chris Collins (NY-27) is encouraging local fire departments and EMS squads to apply for federal Assistance to Firefighter Grants (AFG) through FEMA. AFG funds help fire departments and other first responders purchase critical equipment and protective gear. The funding can also be used to obtain training and other resources needed to help protect both the public and emergency personnel.
FEMA began accepting applications from eligible departments today. The application period closes on Dec. 6 at 5 p.m.
“Members of our local fire and EMS departments stand ready to assist the community at a moment’s notice,” Congressman Collins said. “It is important our first responders have access to the tools and training they need. FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighter Grants helps them do just that and I encourage departments throughout NY-27 to apply.”
More information on the AFG program can be found at: http://www.fema.gov/firegrants
To paraphrase Mr Collins( or
To paraphrase Mr Collins( or any other politician) Every one is encourages to participate in my vote buying scheme. I with others have stolen this money from you other people and am now giving it back to you, as if it were mine, to show that I am a benevolent leader.
Everyone(all the farm animals) up to the trough!
trough (plural troughs)
A long, narrow container, open on top, for feeding or watering animals.