Boise Fire Department Secures Over $2.3 Million in FEMA Funding for Staffing Expansion
Boise Fire Department received over $2.3 million in FEMA funding through the SAFER grant program, which will allow them to hire nine new firefighters and expand staffing to four-person teams at three additional fire stations.
Boise, ID, September 30, 2026 —
The Boise Fire Department has been awarded over $2.3 million in federal funding through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant program. This significant financial support from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is earmarked for bolstering the department’s operational capacity through critical personnel additions and staffing enhancements.
According to the grant details, the allocated funds will directly enable the hiring of nine new firefighters. This expansion of the department’s ranks is intended to improve response times and overall service delivery within the city.
Furthermore, the SAFER grant will facilitate the expansion of staffing to four-person teams at three additional fire stations. This move aims to ensure that more firehouses are equipped with adequate personnel to respond effectively to emergencies, aligning with national standards for fire and emergency response staffing.
The SAFER grant program is designed to help local fire departments improve their capacity to protect the health and safety of the public and meet fire-related responsibilities. It provides funding to help departments maintain and increase the number of fully trained, front-line firefighters available to prevent and respond to fire, medical, and other emergencies.
The specific fire stations that will see the staffing increase were not detailed in the initial announcement. The contractor’s name for any related services was also not provided. However, the funding is expected to contribute to the long-term safety and resilience of the Boise community by strengthening its first responder capabilities.
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