Wyden,
Smith, DeFazio Announce Federal Grant of $348,703 for Eugene Fire &
EMS Department September 24, 2004 Washington, DC – U.S. Senators
Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Gordon Smith (R-Ore.) and U.S. Representative Peter
DeFazio (D-Ore.) today announced that the Eugene Fire & EMS Department
will receive $348,703 from the Office of Domestic Preparedness (ODP) for
Operations and Firefighter Safety. “To be fully effective, first responders need their equipment and supplies to be in top shape,” Smith said. “This requires constant upkeep, and their needs often exceed what local communities can afford.” “These funds will help ensure that our fire fighters are well equipped and in good health, ready to respond at a moment's notice to protect our lives and property,” said DeFazio. “I'm proud to help those who so bravely protect us.” The grant will help fund exhaust
extraction systems, which will help protect first responders from toxic
vapors and particulates. These systems will also reduce maintenance costs,
provide energy savings, and increase the useful life span of firefighting
equipment and station structures. ### |