Two area volunteer Fire Departments are recipients of grants from the Missouri Department of Public Safety. The state of Missouri awarded over $1.4 million in state equipment grants to bolster firefighting capabilities in their communities. Of the 108 grants awarded, local recipients include:
- Galt Fire Protection District
- Meadville Community Fire Protection District
The most requested items in the grant include Turn-out Gear and SCBA or Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus.
The grant recipients are required to pay a 5% match to cover their portion of the expense.