Source: City of Broken Arrow
The city of Broken Arrow celebrated the start of construction for Fire Station No. 8 Monday with a groundbreaking ceremony.
“Thank you Broken Arrow for supporting the 2018 General Obligation Bond package, which made this new Fire Station in northeast Broken Arrow possible,” said Mayor Debra Wimpee. “As our community grows, Station No. 8 will be an invaluable asset in our mission to safeguard our community.
“The Broken Arrow Fire Department is dedicated to protecting residents and ensuring the city is a safe place to live and work. As a city, we endeavor to provide our emergency services personnel with great facilities, top-notch equipment and innovative training as they work to protect our community.”
Station No. 8 will be located on the city’s north side to enhance emergency response in a rapidly growing area. Myers-Cherry Construction of Broken Arrow will manage the $6 million project.
“The City of Broken Arrow and our residents prioritize public safety, as demonstrated by the strong 71% approval of Proposition 2 in 2018. Voters authorized $20.35 million for public safety improvements, including Fire Station No. 8,” said City Manager Michael Spurgeon.
“As residents prepare to vote again on April 7, we are seeking support for $56 million in public safety funding through Proposition 2 to enable additional life-saving projects like this one.”
Fire Station No. 8 will be over 11,000 square feet and will include four apparatus bays, two captain’s quarters, eight bunk rooms and a fitness area.
Once complete, it will house an engine company, an ambulance and brush truck, “further enhancing the department’s service to the community,” the BAFD said.
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