Packet: Tiffin Regular City Council Meeting (09/15/2026)

• Meet with City representatives, Fire Department personnel, and other appropriate stakeholders. • Review existing Fire Department operations, staffing, apparatus, equipment, and anticipated future needs. • Establish project goals, priorities, assumptions, and evaluation criteria. • Develop a project work plan and anticipated schedule. B. Fire Department Needs Assessment The selected firm shall assist the City in identifying the operational and functional requirements of the proposed facility, including, as appropriate: • Fire apparatus and emergency vehicle requirements. • Number and type of apparatus bays. • Apparatus circulation and maneuvering. • Administrative and office space. • Training and meeting areas. • Public access and potential community-use areas. • Kitchen, dining, and common areas. • Sleeping and restroom facilities, as appropriate. • Storage requirements. • Equipment and gear storage. • Decontamination and support areas. • Mechanical, electrical, communications, and technology requirements. • Building maintenance and operational considerations. • Future staffing, apparatus, and service needs. • Potential future expansion. The firm should identify any additional facility components or operational considerations it believes should be addressed during the planning process. C. Site Evaluation and Feasibility For each site identified by the City, the selected firm shall evaluate, as applicable: • Site size and configuration. • Existing land use and zoning. • Geotechnical considerations. • Topography and drainage. • Existing structures and site improvements. • Utility availability and capacity. • Water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater considerations. • Electrical, gas, communications, and other utilities. • Street access and roadway conditions. • Emergency vehicle access and circulation. 3