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Polk County hires architects for two new Fire Rescue EMS stations; Christina site includes wetland contingency
Summary
The Polk County Board of County Commissioners approved consultant services with CMHM Architects for two new Fire Rescue EMS stations — one in South Lakeland and one in Willow Oak — authorizing design, bid and construction support services for both projects.
Polk County commissioners approved consultant services authorizations with CMHM Architects for two proposed Polk County Fire Rescue EMS stations.
Christina (South Lakeland): The board approved a consultant services authorization to design and provide bid and construction support for a new facility on a county‑owned parcel near County Road 540A and Gladman Road. The staff report included two figures on the record: an earlier statement cited a fee not to exceed $312,255; a later summary said the total cost to the county would not exceed $312,480. County staff clarified the higher figure accounts for potential site mitigation (wetland impacts) and contingency for design services; if mitigation is not required, the contingency would not be used.
Willow Oak: The board also approved a consultant services authorization for the Willow Oak station project for professional services not to exceed $207,090. Staff said funding is available in EMS impact fee and emergency medical millage funds for these designs.
Discussion vs. decision: Commissioners asked about the cost difference and staff explained the Christina site has site conditions (wetlands) requiring a larger contingency. Both consultant agreements were approved and staff will continue design and permitting.
Provenance: Christina presentation began at 00:45:17; Willow Oak presentation at 00:50:24.
