2023 Efficiency Report Revision 4 - Flipbook - Page 19
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Cost-Saving Measures
The District prides itself on saving taxpayer dollars whenever and wherever possible. A
significant way this is accomplished is through the use of grants. The District prioritizes
pursuing as many applicable grants as possible and has been awarded various grants
over the past three years. Because grant applications are all initiated by District crew
members, internal efficiency is maximized, and employee investment in the success of
the District is strengthened. This is an excellent demonstration of the passion that the
District works to cultivate within our stations and a true testament to the dedication of
our staff. Notable grants awarded to the District include:
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American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Grant (2022): $1,073,128.83
o Used for: Major expenses, including Station 1 reconstruction and payroll
Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program (AFG) (2021): $32,790
o Used for: Gear washers
Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance (FEMA PA)
Grant (2021): $66,350.90
o Used for: COVID-19 expenses
Cook County Covid Relief Fund (CRF) Grant (2020): $44,500
o Used for: Salaries
DuPage County Covid Relief Fund (CRF) Grant (2020): $186,516.37
o Used for: Salaries
Federal Emergency Management Agency Public Assistance (FEMA PA)
Grant (2020): $25,231.79
o Used for: COVID-19 expenses
*Please note: this is not a comprehensive list of all grants awarded to the District within
the past 3 years*
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Since January 1, 2020, award total = $1,886,860
Since inception (2016), award total = $2,609,984
Percentage of Total Revenue (Grants):
On average, grants made up approximately 4% of the District9s total revenue over
the past 3 years.
FY 2022: 8%
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FY 2021: 1%
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FY 2020: 4.2%