Quote of the Day
"The U.S. economy expanded at a faster clip than initially forecast in the third quarter, helped by more robust consumer spending and by stronger exports. The economy grew at a 2.5% annualized pace in the quarter, revised up from the initial estimate of 2.0%, the government said in its second estimate of quarterly gross domestic product. GDP growth was 1.7% during the second quarter.”
- Wall Street Journal’s MarketWatch, 11/23/2010
For Release: Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Contact: David Gillies: 202-225-5661
VALMEYER FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, MILLSTADT RURAL FIRE DISTRICT RECEIVE FIREFIGHTERS GRANT
WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Jerry Costello (D-IL) announced today that the Valmeyer Fire Protection District and the Millstadt Rural Fire District have both received a grant – in the amount of $94,894 to Valmeyer and $66,571 to Millstadt – through the Assistance to Firefighters program of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Valmeyer received funds allocated for vehicle acquisition, and Millstadt’s grant will be used for operations and safety improvements. Costello cosponsored the legislation that created the Assistance to Firefighters program.
“These awards will enhance fire protection services and safety in our area,” said Costello. “Our first responders put their lives on the line every day, and their dedication deserves our full support.”
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