Topsail Island by Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Mike McIntyre announced today that the Maple Hill VFD has received $191,700 to purchase a new fire truck.

Congressman McIntyre stated, “Our VFDs’ are on the front lines of safety, and these federal funds will help Maple Hill in meeting the challenges of protecting their community.  Congratulations to all who have worked to secure these funds.  It is good to see efforts being made to enhance public safety and improve our citizens’ lives.”

The United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development has awarded Maple Hill a loan of $160,000 and a grant of $31,700 to purchase a new 1250 GPM pumper/fire truck.  This new vehicle will replace an older model that has become obsolete.  The new fire vehicle will allow the fire department to improve their response time, their efficiency, and possibly their insurance rating.  An improvement in insurance rating would mean an insurance premium reduction for each of the 2263 residents in the fire district. 

Congressman McIntyre is Chairman of the House Agriculture Subcommittee on Rural Development.