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East Grand Forks to accept turnout-gear dryer reimbursement grant for fire department
Summary
Interim Fire Chief Paul Hansen said the state fire marshal approved a reimbursement grant to buy and install a turnout-gear dryer for the department: total project cost $8,537.50, with $6,830 reimbursed and a local match of $1,707.50; council was asked to authorize acceptance.
Interim Fire Chief Paul Hansen told the council the state fire marshal approved the city’s application for a turnout-gear dryer reimbursement grant and recommended the council authorize acceptance.
"Total grant reimbursement $6,830 with a local match of $1,707.50 with a total project cost of $8,537.50," Hansen said, explaining the grant will fund purchase and installation of a dryer for turnout gear.
Budget impact: Hansen said the city will pay the full project cost up front from the small tools and equipment account and then receive $6,830 in reimbursement; the remaining local share would be charged to the same account. He recommended council authorize acceptance of the reimbursement grant.
Why it matters: Proper dryer equipment reduces contamination risks and helps maintain turnout gear integrity; the reimbursement limits the local net cost of the purchase.
Next steps: Council was asked to authorize acceptance so staff can proceed with procurement and installation.
