WS - C - Fire Station Project Talking Points (2)

Fire Station Project Talking Points • Is the proposed location at Bailey Way and Forevergreen Road the correct location based on current and future growth and coverage areas? o Current – no, this is not the best location. Using the ISO coverage circles previously discussed, this location provides for approximately 35% of the circle. This location is bound by other department’s jurisdiction to the north and east. o Future – this depends on the direction of future growth but almost forces the issue of a second/satellite station on the west side of town. • If proposed location is determined to be the best location: o Is the current design too big for now? o The concept of the current design was to provide for a station that accommodates the department now and into the future. There are areas that are not necessarily needed at this time but likely will be needed in the near future. o Should it be built with a future expansion in mind or built in phases? o Building in phases is always more expensive than all at once, but it is a possibility and something that should be discussed. Being a good steward of taxpayer money while preparing for the future is what we are all striving to do. o How much of the station could be built as a shell and completed at a future date with an expansion? o There are areas that could possibly be shelled and completed at a future date. Some offices, bunks, and the lounge are what first comes to mind. A small kitchenette in lieu of a fully furnished kitchen is another idea. It’s important that we keep in mind that the plan that was shown was very preliminary and should not be considered final. o Does it need to be fully furnished now with equipment, desks, beds, lounge, etc. o For the areas that are finished on day one, yes. For the areas that are to be shelled and completed at a future date, no. o Current and future designs need a little better description of the internal make- up of the station as far as what are current or immediate needs as opposed to future needs. o Current needs – offices, training space, bunk rooms and an apparatus bay are the immediate needs. o Future needs – kitchen, additional offices and bunk rooms. o How soon could JCAS move into the station and what would their needs be? o It’s assumed that JCAS would need an apparatus bay, kitchen/kitchenette, bunk rooms with a shower and possibly an office or report writing space.