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Commissioners approve $15,000 mental‑health training for first responders and veterans
Summary
Marshall County approved $15,000 from a $100,000 emergency responder allocation to fund mental‑health training sessions for first responders and veterans. County leaders said the training aims to reduce suicide risk and support responders’ families.
The Marshall County Board of Commissioners voted May 19 to allocate $15,000 from previously set aside funds for fire departments to pay for mental‑health training for emergency responders and veterans.
Why it matters: County emergency services leaders said first responders face elevated mental‑health and suicide risks and that training for responders and their significant others can improve resilience and retention.
John Grullick, speaking for the county fire/emergency services, described a presenter he has seen previously who can present to responders and their families; earlier engagements charged far higher fees. Grullick sought $15,000 from the county’s $100,000 allocation for fire departments to cover two classes that would be open to law enforcement, EMS, volunteer responders and veterans. He said some vendors now charge $45,000 per class; the requested presenter’s fee is $15,000 for the program desired.
Commissioners approved the request and clarified that the payment will come from the county’s special allocation and that the vendor will invoice the county directly. Grullick confirmed the events will be scheduled after payment and that logistics (venue and dates) will follow once funds and vendor availability are confirmed.
Ending: The county approved the training and asked staff to handle contracting details; commissioners expressed support for programs that address responder wellbeing.
