By Hoodland Fire District, The Mountain Times
Hoodland Fire District is holding an open house for members of the public to learn about efforts to replace the main fire station. This is the first of two open house events. Attendees will be able to tour the existing station, learn about the proposed location and see floor plans for the new fire station. Attendees will also have the chance to share their preferences on the new building’s exterior design.
Hoodland Fire District Main Fire Station 351 must be replaced to ensure the area’s residents and visitors continue to receive adequate fire protection and emergency services. The current building located at 69634 E HWY 26, Welches, OR, is not earthquake resilient, lacks space for decontaminating gear and contains cancer-causing asbestos. It also lacks adequate showers, bathrooms and sleeping facilities for firefighters and first responders.
The proposed new site for Fire Station 351 is at the former site of the Dorman Center/Hoodland Community Park, 25400 E Salmon River Road, Welches, OR. Funding would come from a general obligation bond if approved by voters in the May 2025 election. The land for the site has been donated by Clackamas County and the District is actively seeking alternative sources of funding, such as grants, to reduce the bond amount Total cost will be determined once a preferred design is selected
Open House #1
WHEN: Thursday, Nov. 7
TIME: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Hoodland Fire District Main Station 351, 69634 E HWY 26, Welches, OR 97067
WHAT:
Station tours at 5:30 p.m.
Presentation at 6:30 p.m.
Can’t attend? Participate in our online open house from Nov. 7-14. Instructions for participating will be posted at https://www.hoodlandfire.gov/main-fire-station-replacement-project in November.
Learn more and participate online at hoodlandfire.us.