January 22, 2026
SUISUN CITY — The city has received a $209,712 Doyuti T’uhkama grant from the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation to modernize the fire station alerting system.
“At Yocha Dehe, we believe that protecting the people who protect our communities is a shared responsibility. This investment ensures Suisun City’s firefighters have the tools they need to respond quickly and safely, while safeguarding their health and well-being as they serve families across the city,” Anthony Roberts, chairman of the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation, said in a statement.
The grant, approved by Yocha Dehe’s Doyuti T’uhkama board, reflects increased project costs associated with implementing a fire station alerting system that is compliant with National Fire Protection Association standards.
“The new technology will replace outdated pager-based notifications with targeted, automated alerts designed to reduce response times, improve situational awareness, and minimize sleep disruption for firefighters,” the statement said.
The grant was accepted by the City Council at its Tuesday meeting. The total cost of the project is estimated at $267,474, with a city match of $57,762.
The council also authorized the city manager to execute a professional service agreement with Westnet, LLC, of Huntington Beach, for the procurement and installation of the alerting equipment.
“We are so thankful to the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation for this amazing investment in our community. This grant allows us to improve the technology and safety of our
firefighters, and strengthen emergency response citywide,” City Manager Bret Prebula said in the statement.
The department operates from a single fire station built in 1981 and responds to nearly 3,600 calls each year.
“Without a modern alerting system, firefighters are frequently awakened unnecessarily, contributing to sleep deprivation, increased stress and slower response times. The new alerting system will provide company-specific notifications, integrate visual and auditory alerts, and align department operations with national best practices for emergency communications,” the statement said.
Installation of the system will include training for all department personnel and is expected “to significantly enhance firefighter wellness, operational efficiency, and emergency response capabilities” for the community.
“On behalf of the city of Suisun City, I extend my sincere gratitude to the Yocha Dehe Wintun Nation for this generous investment in our community. This grant allows us to modernize our fire station technology, support the health and wellness of our firefighters, and strengthen emergency response capabilities – ultimately enhancing safety and service for the residents we are proud to serve,” Mayor Alma Hernandez added.