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Commission approves $9,261.91 local match for federal turnout gear grant

Emanuel County Board of Commissioners · February 16, 2026
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Summary

Emanuel County approved $9,261.91 to meet the county's 5% match for a $202,300 federal Assistance to Firefighters Grant to purchase 50 sets of turnout gear for Emanuel County Fire & Rescue.

The board approved a county contribution of $9,261.91 to satisfy a 5% local match requirement for a federal Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) totaling $202,300. The grant would fund 50 sets of turnout gear for Emanuel County Fire & Rescue.

The motion was moved by Commissioner Ricky Thompson, seconded by Commissioner John Moore, and passed unanimously. The minutes record the $9,261.91 as the county’s share to unlock the $202,300 award; staff will carry out purchasing consistent with grant requirements if the award is finalized.