Governor Evers Announces Investments for Emergency Response Initiatives

Thursday, June 2nd, 2022 -- 9:01 AM

(WMTV) Gov. Tony Evers announced new investments for emergency response initiatives throughout Wisconsin Tuesday.

The new investments will fall under the previously announced Neighborhood Investment Fund and Healthcare Infrastructure Capital Grant pandemic response programs.

The additional $22 million investment will target support for fire station construction and expansion, emergency medical services and emergency medical response program support and expansion projects and a permanent drive-through immunization and testing site.

“We have been working hard to invest in projects that will help build stronger, healthier communities across our state. From De Pere to Waupun, we’re excited to continue this important work by making sure our rural communities have adequate emergency response options, updating our fire stations, facilities, and services,” Gov. Evers said.

Tuesday’s investment also builds on Gov. Evers’ announcement during his 2022 State of the State address to invest nearly $30 million into supporting and stabilizing Wisconsin’s EMS system across the state.

“We are proud to support Governor Evers’ latest investments in emergency response for our rural communities,” Department of Administration Secretary-designee Kathy Blumenfeld said. “These programs are all about making a significant and lasting impact for our communities.”

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