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Volunteer fire department reports roughly $200,000 in grants, new equipment and an ARFF vehicle coming

2849323 · April 2, 2025
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Alpine volunteer fire department volunteers reported about $200,000 in recent grants used for bunker gear, radios, vehicle maintenance and training; an ARFF vehicle funded with federal money administered through Texas A&M is expected and staff said it will be used across the region.

The Alpine Emergency Services Board and volunteer fire department updated council on recent grants, training and equipment purchases.

Carla Spencer, the Alpine Emergency Services Board secretary, reported the department secured approximately $200,000 in grant funding in addition to city and county support. Staff said funds purchased…

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