This project involves design and installation of emergency generators in fire and rescue facilities. This project will provide continuous operation of emergency equipment; heating, ventilation and air conditioning; lighting; security system, and fire alarm. All installations will be managed by the Department of General Services.

Two stations will be completed through FY21.

The emergency power backup systems are essential for full facility operation in the event of power failure and especially during a large scale disaster situation. Each fire station requires full power to support emergency operations, shelter for professional emergency responders, and essential disaster management operations. Most of the listed facilities are not equipped to meet operational needs during a long-term power outage. Careful evaluation resulted in the determination that most fire stations need to upgrade the size of their systems, while others need to reconstruct their emergency power electrical systems. This project allows facilities to continuously function at a normal power level during long-term power outages. An assessment study was prepared on June 2019 by Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service.

There are no more fire station emergency power upgrade projects beyond FY21.

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service, Local Volunteer Fire and Rescue Departments, Department of General Services, and Department of Permitting Services.