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Nolensville considers applying for SAFER grant to offset firefighter costs; timing could complicate hires
Summary
Town staff and commissioners discussed applying for the federal SAFER grant to fund firefighters' salary and benefits for three years; the grant would cover 100% for funded positions but award timing and the town's obligation after grant expiration were noted as constraints.
Town officials discussed whether to apply for the federal Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant to help fund firefighters in Nolensville.
Town Manager Victor told the board the SAFER grant covers 100% of salary and benefits for awarded firefighter positions for three years, but award announcements and hiring windows can arrive months into the fiscal year. "The grant that we currently have is funding for salary and benefits for 6…
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