The Manteca Fire Department is proud to announce it has been awarded more than $3.4 million in federal funding through two major FEMA grant programs, marking a transformative investment in public safety and the future of emergency response in Manteca, the city said in a press release.
This milestone—made possible through the foundational support of Measure Q—represents a vital advancement in ensuring the city of Manteca continues to grow safely, sustainably, and with the resources needed to protect every resident.
The first award, a Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grant, provides $2,692,300.83 in funding. This grant will allow Manteca Fire to hire nine new firefighters, enabling the department to fully staff an additional fire engine each day. The increase in staffing will reduce emergency response times, improve citywide coverage, and strengthen the department’s ability to serve Manteca’s growing community…