A report says members of the Platteville City Council discussed a proposed concept plan at its regular meeting with city staff and architect Laura Eysnogle from Five Bugles Design, the company that created the plan, WGLR.com reported.

Council members were presented with several layouts and recommendations, including one option that would add a basement for additional storage and training space, the report said. The new fire station is slated to be built at the current location of the OE Gray Early Learning Center, which the city bought last year after it was identified as a suitable site for the station. 

The two-story building would cost the city around $13.45 million, according to updated figures from Five Bugles. Those costs partly would be covered by $7 million in federal funds the city received for the project earlier this year, the report said. 

The Platteville Fire Department announced on Facebook last month that it received a grant from Compeer Financial for $3,200 to buy new hydrant valves.

CD3794 MEGAFLEX™, CD3974 AND CD5051VDL2 INTERIOR LIGHT

Code 3 announces three advanced emergency warning lights that are ideal for slick top units and command vehicles. The CD3974 and CD5051VDL2 are two new interior lights and the MegaFlex™ is a unique LED device that can be mounted on curved exterior surfaces up to 120°. These latest products feature thin, low-profile designs and deliver maximum light output. Operate discreetly and enhance visibility on scene to keep officers and the public safe under any operational environment.

The versatile CD3974 can be mounted on the interior of virtually any vehicle window and delivers powerful warning with two dual-color light heads. An adjustable bracket, very high bond tape and an included shroud ensures a flush mount and prevents distracting flash back when the device is in operation. A temporary mounting option with suction cups is also available depending on the needs of the fleet. Choose from four color combinations, each producing up to 67 flash patterns.

The CD3974’s companion is the CD5051VDL2 Deck, Dash and Visor Light. Boost front or rear warning capability with this ultra-thin LED device that also produces 67 flash patterns with its dual-color light heads. At only 1.2-in. high and with adjustable mounting options, the sleekly designed unit is practically undetectable when not in use. Also, like the CD3974, a shroud is included to eliminate flash back. The temporary mount option uses suction cups along with a simple controller and power unit that uses the cigarette plug adapter.

The MegaFlex is a must-have device for any unit in the fleet and it is particularly useful for slick tops. The tough silicone lens and flexible design is glint-free and allows the LED warning light to bend up to 120° on hard-to-mount vehicle surfaces. The compact light delivers a robust 69 flash patterns with its six intense dual-color light heads. Steady burn and synch functions are possible with the included wiring. Mount it in two ways: very high bond tape on curved surfaces or with a two-bolt bezel on flat surfaces (also included).

From surveillance to command duties, Code 3’s newest products are here to assist first responders perform any specialized task. With a no-hassle warranty and industry-leading support services, rely on Code 3 to meet the fleet’s unique challenges from ordering to install and beyond.

Dozens of pieces of firefighting equipment line the wall inside the Pocono Township Volunteer Fire Company, PAHomepage.com reported.

But now, thanks to a $200,000 grant, 27 new breathing apparatuses have been added to the wall, the report said.

The air packs, also called SCBA’s, are worn on a firefighter’s back and connect to a mask that goes over the mouth and face; ready to use in life-threatening situations.

The Bayville Fire Department was awarded a $34,000 grant from the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA) to buy new equipment and protective gear, officials said, Patch.com reported.

Ten million dollars in American Rescue Plan Firefighter Grants was distributed to 293 fire departments statewide after a competitive application process “to ensure firefighters have proper protective, cleaning, and sanitization equipment during this time of heightened community need,” the DCA said in a release.

According to the DCA, grant applications were reviewed on the following criteria:

• Scope of fire department need as demonstrated by equipment need, number of service calls, number of active firefighters, and population of service area.
• Impact of COVID-19 on the fire department as demonstrated by the impact of the virus on the firehouse and its personnel and the local impact of COVID-19 as it relates to fire department activities and response.
• Level of commitment to protecting firefighters as demonstrated by the local match to the grant funding and other grants for protective equipment or other firefighting projects.