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Town says new fire/rescue headquarters acquisition saved years and millions; FY27 upfits expected
Summary
Council heard that the town acquired a 17,500 sq ft building for a new fire/rescue headquarters and emergency operations center, which staff say saved roughly $4 million and three years compared with new construction; some upfit costs will appear in FY27 budget.
Town staff told council the town acquired a formerly available building that will become the new fire/rescue headquarters, emergency operations center and dispatch support facility. The manager said the acquisition avoids a lengthy and expensive multi‑year build and estimated the town saved about $4 million in the transaction.
Why it matters: Councilors framed the acquisition as an immediate improvement in emergency‑operations resilience and staff working conditions. Manager Mark cited space deficiencies at existing public‑safety facilities, including cramped emergency management and dispatch space and recurring flooding risks at other locations.
Details: Staff described necessary upfits — backup generator, minor site work and some interior modification for an EOC and dispatch — and said they will propose those costs in the FY27 budget. The town and sheriff’s office will coordinate dispatch relocation and cost‑sharing. The manager emphasized the acquisition also provides training and public meeting spaces.
What happens next: Staff will present a first reading of budget ordinance items that include funding for generator and upfits, and will coordinate with the sheriff’s office on dispatch relocation costs and timing.
Attribution: Town Manager Mark and Chief references in the presentation; Councilors asked follow‑up questions.
