E.1) Discussion and consideration to accept a grant from the William N. Pennington Foundation in the amount of $521,434.20. The Elko County Fire Protection District (ECFD) submitted multiple requests for funding to the William N. Pennington Foundation to address critical gaps in emergency response equipment and firefighter safety. These requests included self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) for Wells, radio communication upgrades, and extrication equipment for rural stations. This award represents a significant investment in the safety and resilience of rural Nevada communities.