Authority approves emergency-services grants to police and fire departments

The board began its Emergency Services grant round for 2026, noting 17 applicants and a tranche cap of $100,000, and approved individual awards for police, fire and ambulance units across the county.

Chair summarized the round: "Emergency services grant round 2026, 17 applicants, with a tranche cap of a $100,000," and moved through individual motions. Sample approvals recorded during the meeting included $7,500 to Upper Tri Chester Township Police Department, $2,500 to Wharton Police Department, $2,264 to Media Fire and Hook & Ladder No. 1, $5,000 to Prospect Park Police Department, and multiple $2,500–$7,500 awards to volunteer fire companies and borough police departments. Members repeatedly clarified that approvals remain subject to account/counsel review before final disbursement.