Shenango Valley News

Feb 14, 2024 - Today, Rep. Tim Bonner (R-Mercer/Butler) expressed his appreciation for the funding of nearly $245,000 for fire and emergency medical services (EMS) in the 17th House District. The grants were announced by the Office of the State Fire Commissioner (OSFC) within the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA).

Bonner acknowledged the dedication and sacrifices made by the first responders in the 17th House District. He said, "Every day I am grateful to our first responders who devote their lives to serve our communities. Thank you to all of the 17th House District’s first responders for your selflessness and sacrifices to serve and protect our Commonwealth."

The following organizations in the 17th District received grants and the corresponding funding amounts:

Butler County:

- Eau Claire Volunteer Fire Department and Relief Association - $13,061.55.

- Harrisville Volunteer Fire Company - $14,034.16.

- Karns City Regional Ambulance Service - $15,000.

- Marion Township Volunteer Fire Company - $14,228.68.

- Petrolia Volunteer Fire Department - $13,839.63.

- Slippery Rock Volunteer Fire Company and Rescue Team - $14,617.72.

- Slippery Rock Volunteer Fire Company and Rescue Team EMS - $9,988.

Mercer County:

- East End Volunteer Department No. 1 - $16,173.90.

- Fredonia Volunteer Fire Department - $14,034.16.

- Grove City Volunteer Fire Department - $15,784.85.

- Jackson Center Fire Department - $15,006.77.

- Jefferson Township Fire Department - $15,006.77.

- Pine Township Engine Company - $16,591.99.

- Sheakleyville Community Volunteer Fire Department - $13,450.59.

- Stoneboro Volunteer Fire Company - $14,034.16.

- Superior Ambulance Service Inc. - $15,000.

- Volunteer Fire Department of Springfield Township - $15,006.77.

The OSFC manages financial assistance programs for the state’s fire, ambulance, and rescue organizations, aiming to improve and enhance their abilities to provide firefighting, ambulance, and rescue services.

Fire and ambulance companies must submit their paperwork to the OSFC by July 1 to receive their grants and maintain eligibility for the program.

For more information, please contact:

Rep. Tim Bonner

17th Legislative District

Pennsylvania House of Representatives

Media Contact: Tim Craine

Phone: 717.609.7331

Email: tcraine@pahousegop.com

Website: repbonner.com/facebook.com/RepBonner