HomeMy WebLinkAboutPalm Desert’s Fire Station 71 Letter of SupportThe Honorable Alex Padilla
United States Senate
331 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
The Honorable Adam Schiff
United States Senate
112 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, DC 20510
The Honorable Ken Calvert
United States House of Representatives
2205 Rayburn House Office Building
Washington, DC 20515
RE: Request for Support for City of Palm Desert’s Fire Station 71.
Dear Senator Padilla, Senator Schiff, and Congressman Calvert,
I am requesting your support in securing funding for the Fire Station Rebuild Project in the City of Palm Desert. This project involves demolishing the existing fire station and constructing
a new, larger facility to better serve the community’s needs. The current fire station has a footprint of 6,296 sq. ft., while the new proposed building will be 8,970 sq. ft. and will
feature a two-story design.
Design is currently ongoing, with an approximate 12-month construction schedule. Construction is estimated to begin in April 2026, and the total cost of the project is estimated at $8
million. This rebuild will provide the necessary space and facilities to ensure that the fire department can effectively respond to emergencies and continue to serve the community safely
and efficiently.
This project is essential to improving public safety and emergency response in the City of Palm Desert. By rebuilding the fire station with a larger, two-story facility, it will provide
the space and modern amenities needed to support the growing community. The upgraded station will enhance the efficiency of emergency services, ensuring faster and more effective response
times.
Thank you in advance for your consideration.