How a $2.5 million grant will shape the future of Coral Springs Fire Department
Coral Springs is set to get a new batch of firefighters thanks to a $2,483,447 Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency .
The award is a first for the Coral Springs Fire Department, which will use the funding to hire 12 new firefighters.
“Securing the SAFER grant not only enhances public safety, but also reduces the financial burden on our residents,” City Manager Catherine Givens said an Oct. 13 news release. “This multi-million-dollar award is the result of years of dedicated effort by city staff, and it reflects our commitment to smart, strategic investment in the future of Coral Springs.”
According to the release, Coral Springs will contribute $1,543,765 in matching funds, bringing the total to $4,027,212 over three years.
The city will also add money to the fire department’s coffers after it increased fire inspection fees in this year’s. budget. The reason for the hike came up during the Sept. 25 Coral Springs Commission meeting, when Commissioner Joseph McHugh made his closing remarks.
“Once [residents] found out the importance of having three people on rescue, they were very pleased,” he said.
McHugh’s statement refers to the firefighting practice of ensuring there are two firefighters to enter a building for rescue, and at least one to handle tasks outside of the structure and ensure team safety.
This story was originally published October 13, 2025 at 2:18 PM.
