Rep. Scholten Celebrates Muskegon Heights’ Assistance to Firefighters Grant Totaling Over $65K

 WASHINGTON – Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03) is proud to announce Muskegon Heights will receive over $65K in an Assistance to Firefighters Grant through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The grant will help equip the department with the necessary tools, training, and personnel to maintain emergency preparedness.

“When West Michiganders are in crisis, our fire departments are often the first to respond,”  said Scholten. “We are so fortunate to have our brave firefighters supporting our community through natural disasters and other emergencies. These investments will ensure the Muskegon Heights Fire Department is at peak preparedness and equipped with the most up-to-date, lifesaving technologies.”

“We express our deepest gratitude for Congresswoman Scholten’s continued support of the City of Muskegon Heights and for her assistance with securing the AFG Grant for the Muskegon Heights Fire Department,” said Muskegon Heights Fire Chief Shawn Roberson.  “Her dedication to improving our community and ensuring the safety of its residents is truly commendable. We are grateful for her unwavering support.”

“I want to commend our Muskegon Heights Firefighters who took the initiative to research, prepare, and submit this grant,” said Muskegon Heights Mayor, Bonnie McGlothin. “The new exhaust system is needed and will contribute to the overall health and safety of our firefighters. In the past 18 months, the City has purchased several new fighting apparatuses and increased the staffing of its full-time professional firefighters.  This is another step in our commitment to provide our firefighters with the equipment and training they need to keep our community safe.”