California Construction News staff writer
The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District has broken ground on Fire Station 227, a 10,764-sq. ft. structure will replace the current station, which was built more than 60 years ago.
“This groundbreaking is not only about a new building,” said Board of Supervisors Chairman and Third District Supervisor Dawn Rowe, “it is about strengthening our fire protection system, improving service to residents and investing in the future safety of San Bernardino County.”
San Bernardino County Fire assumed fire, rescue and emergency medical services for the city of San Bernardino nearly 10 years ago, on July 3, 2016. The new facility will carry a Type I Paramedic Fire Engine, a brush engine, and a future squad, giving crews additional tools to respond quickly and effectively.
“Improving response times means lives saved, property protected and a community that knows help is on the way,” said San Bernardino County Fire Assistant Chief Gary Jager. “The new Station 227 will be more than a fire station. It will serve as a positive focal point for the Arrowhead neighborhood, a symbol of what’s possible when county, city and community partners invest together. We’re grateful to the Board of Supervisors for their continued support of the fire district and for making projects like this possible.”
The project also relies on land the San Bernardino City Unified School District made available. Terry Comnick, assistant superintendent of business operations at the San Bernardino City Unified School District, represented the district at the event and spoke on behalf of Superintendent Mauricio Arellano. San Bernardino Mayor Helen Tran and Seventh Ward Council Member Dr. Treasurer Ortiz also spoke and highlighted the city’s continued support for County Fire infrastructure, equipment and training.
The project will bring faster response times and a stronger public safety presence to the Arrowhead neighborhood for years to come.
