Northwest Indiana Congressman Frank J. Mrvan has announced a federal grant award for the Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department in northern Porter County under the Department of Homeland Security’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. The $247,200 in funds are for improvements to operations and safety, equipping and training emergency personnel, and enhancing operational efficiencies. In general, the program aims to meet the firefighting and emergency response needs of fire departments and non-affiliated emergency medical service organizations, a news release said.
“I am proud to support federal funding for first responders throughout Northwest Indiana to ensure they have the proper training and resources to keep our communities safe. Congratulations to the Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department for their successful efforts to secure these federal resources and improve their dedicated abilities to serve our region at a moment’s notice every day,” said Congressman Mrvan.
“On behalf of my department, we are beyond excited to have received such a highly competitive award from FEMA AFG. When I first received notification, I was in tears because I knew how much this life-saving equipment meant to help protect my fellow firefighters,” said Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Lieutenant Matthew Wineland. Liberty Township Volunteer Fire Department is an all-volunteer organization that serves Liberty and Jackson Townships in Porter County with approximately 18,000 residents covering roughly 51 square miles. For additional information on the Department of Homeland Security’s AFG program, click here .
