Lansing, MI — The Lansing Fire Department has been awarded a 2023 FEMA SAFER grant totaling $4,358,166. This substantial funding will support staffing expansion as part of the department’s 2024-2029 Strategic Plan. Over the next three years, the grant will help fill approximately 15 positions annually.
According to a statement from the Lansing Fire Department, the award enables the department to address known attrition rates and manage an increasing call volume. The Strategic Plan played a major role in securing the funding. With the additional staffing, the department aims to improve operational efficiency and response times.
Fire Chief commended the LFD team’s efforts, highlighting their success in obtaining the grant. He expressed confidence that this funding will help alleviate workforce gaps and better serve the community. This initiative demonstrates the department’s commitment to maintaining high standards of service in Lansing while proactively addressing future challenges. The grant represents a major milestone for the department in terms of capacity building and community safety.
