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May 01, 2025 - Ross Township, PA

ICYMI: Shapiro Administration Highlights Budget Proposal to Support Pennsylvania Firefighters, Focusing on Recruitment and Retention Efforts of Allegheny County Volunteer Fire Company

Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis joined State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook and local officials at Berkeley Hills Fire Company to spotlight the success of its live-in firefighter program and discuss how Governor Josh Shapiro's 2025-26 budget proposal supports initiatives to strengthen Pennsylvania's fire service.

Berkeley Hills Fire Company's recent increased focus on their successful live-in program is a powerful example of how volunteer fire departments are adapting to meet evolving staffing challenges. The program offers housing accommodations for qualified firefighters in exchange for dedicated service-an approach that can help to sustain emergency response coverage, reduce response times, and develop and retain the next generation of fire service professionals.

"Berkeley Hills Fire Company's success with their live-in program is a shining example of the creativity and dedication that it takes to get results. While their story is not unique, many other fire departments across the state are finding increased challenges with staffing and even those that aren't are still struggling to find funding for operations and other needs," said Lt. Governor Davis. "The Governor's proposed budget recognizes the value of programs like this and makes strategic investments to support fire departments across the Commonwealth. They have our backs, and we need to have theirs. Let's get this budget passed so we can continue to live, work, and play safely in the Pennsylvania communities that we love."

Speakers Include:
Jack Morgan, Fire Company President
Chief Dillon Coleman, Berkely Hills Fire Chief
Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis
Thomas Cook, PA State Fire Commissioner
Rep. Emily Kinkead



Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_01.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_02.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_03.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_04.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_05.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_06.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_07.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_08.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_09.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_10.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Jack Morgan, Fire Company President, joins Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook to visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_11.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Berkeley Hills Fire Company Chief Dillon Coleman joins Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook to visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_12.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Berkeley Hills Fire Company Chief Dillon Coleman joins Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook to visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_13.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Berkeley Hills Fire Company Chief Dillon Coleman joins Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook to visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_14.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Berkeley Hills Fire Company Chief Dillon Coleman joins Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook to visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_15.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_16.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_17.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_18.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_19.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_20.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_21.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook and Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_22.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_23.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_24.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Representative Emily Kinkead joins Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook to visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_25.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Representative Emily Kinkead joins Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook to visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_26.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Representative Emily Kinkead joins Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook to visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_27.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Representative Emily Kinkead joins Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook to visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_28.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_29.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_30.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_31.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_32.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_33.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_34.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_35.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_36.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_37.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_38.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_39.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_40.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_41.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a> Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis and Pennsylvania State Fire Commissioner Thomas Cook visit the Berkeley Hills Fire Company to tour their facility and learn about the measures they are taking to address their recruitment and retention needs, including their live-in program where participants are offered housing and training in exchange for a commitment to volunteer. Governor Josh Shapiros 2025-26 proposed budget aims to strengthen fire companies throughout the Commonwealth, including a new $30 million competitive grant program aimed at helping fire companies make transformational changes, including investments in recruitment and retention.<br><a href="https://filesource.amperwave.net/commonwealthofpa/photo/27576_PEMA_BerkleyHills_EmilyDamiano_42.jpg" target="_blank">⇣ Download Photo</a>