Community Heroes: American Legion Donation Empowers Jarrell Fire & Rescue

by Camy Reynolds

hanks to Jarrell’s Joe Kott American Legion Post #317, the Williamson County ESD 5 / Jarrell Fire & Rescue was able to purchase a new utility terrain vehicle. Emboldened by a request from the fire department several months ago, the Legion presented the department with a $10,000 check in February to contribute to the vehicle.

Jarrell Fire & Rescue extended a heartfelt thanks on Facebook to the Legion for their partnership in making the purchase of the Wildland UTV a reality. “Our new UTV will come with [a] Post 317 logo on each side as a constant reminder of our friends therein and the cooperative relationship that made this moment possible.”

As a veteran-centered organization, the American Legion shares a kindred spirit with those who serve the community, including Jarrell Fire & Rescue. Legion Commander Mary Simek says, “Just as we were boots on the ground during our military service, they are now boots on the ground in service to our community. We feel that, as such, we are all family, and we have a responsibility and an obligation to help each other succeed.”

She adds that Legion members were proud to be able to contribute to such a worthy cause and pledge to continue to donate, as they are able, to the fire department and other entities in the community.