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Encinitas advances phased plan for Leucadia fire station; council approves short‑term station and staffing approach
Summary
Council unanimously backed a two‑phase plan to improve fire coverage in Leucadia: a near‑term temporary station at Little Oaks Park (estimated $1.6M) with a Type‑1 engine and added staffing, and a longer‑term permanent three‑bay station estimated at $10–$12M; the city will pursue SAFER grant opportunities and return with budget details.
The Encinitas City Council unanimously approved a phased plan to upgrade fire and emergency response capacity in the Leucadia (Leivenheim) area.
Fire Chief presented Phase 1 as a near‑term deployment of a temporary fire station at Little Oaks Park (estimated $1.6 million) that would house a Type‑1 engine and provide three‑person staffing. The chief said the department has reserve equipment and two Type‑1 engines already on…
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