Schererville wins fire grant

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Updated: February 2, 2012 11:22PM

SCHERERVILLE — The Schererville Fire Department has been awarded a $16,200 federal grant through the Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. Grants distributed under this program are designed to enhance the service that fire departments and emergency responders provide to their communities by improving operations and safety, facilitating vehicle purchase, or servicing departments across multiple jurisdictions.

The grant will improve operations and safety, allowing the department to purchase new personal protective equipment.

“We understand the grant process is becoming more and more competitive as budgets are being stretched across the country, and we’re extremely thankful for the opportunity to extend our budget through the FEMA program,” said Fire Chief Joe Kruzan.