Seymour Becker bequest to Fire Department MEDCU
Summary
A $1.6 million bequest plus about $195,000 more will fund EMS training and equipment for the fire department, with spending plans to come back to the council as specific appropriations.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
$1.6 million plus roughly $195,000 in new funds for the Portland Fire Department.
Portland Fire Department's MEDCU crews and the residents they serve.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Oct 5, 2026
A $1.6 million bequest plus about $195,000 more will fund EMS training and equipment for the fire department, with spending plans to come back to the council as specific appropriations.
HHS and Public Safety Committee - May 12, 2026
Fire Chief Chad Johnston was scheduled to give the committee's standing public safety update; this month's report was from the Fire Department, alternating with police.
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