The departments are planning on using the $549,782.95 to purchase equipment for Multi-Agency Radio Communications Systems (MARCS), which would allow nearly state-wide access and cross-departmental communications, be they law enforcement or fire departments.  

This is the second attempt the fire departments have made, after being denied the grant last year. Each department was eligible for up to $50,000, with seven of the 11 getting the full amount.

State Fire Marshal Jeff Hussey attended the fire chiefs' meeting Tuesday to congratulate the departments on receiving the grant money.

The fire department says the victim was treated for their injuries and was taken to an area hospital by private ambulance.  

No other information has been released at this time.

The acquisition of new fire apparatus provided a sense of community pride and celebrations were held to welcome their arrival.  

The push-in for ACCFD’s new ladder truck will feature the arrival of the apparatus to Fire Station 1 at 3p.m. Friday, to be followed by brief remarks by fire officials and refreshments.

The 2019 E-One CR-137 Ladder cost approximately $1.05 million fully equipped, according to ACCFD. It features an aerial waterway that reaches 107 feet and a top extension of 137 feet, making it among the tallest ladder trucks in North America.