However, to include copies of all material that affects management of the program would be too voluminous. State fire supervisors and others concerned with administering the VFA Program should consult with their grants management personnel as necessary. Grants personnel have copies of the documentation referenced in this guide. The guide is generic in nature. It is not possible to deal with all issues that may affect specific States.
States differ considerably in their political structure.
Some States may have political subdivisions that include only counties, cities, and special purpose districts such as fire districts. Others include various combinations of such legal entities as counties, parishes, villages, boroughs, cities, towns, townships, districts, or others. State requirements also differ with respect to property management, procurement, records management, etc. Legal language in this guide is presented from the Federal perspective. State personnel should work with their Regional or Area VFA Coordinators to resolve special issues concerning the program.