This project provides funding for the replacement and renovation of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems that are in poor and deteriorating condition at various fire stations.

Funding will support one station in each fiscal year.

Project costs over the six-year period are increased to reflect the actual cost of recent projects and the addition of funding for projects in FY27 and FY28.

The replacement and repair of HVAC systems at fire stations reduces the need for expensive emergency repairs and increases energy efficiency. The design of the HVAC system is unique in each facility; therefore, the scope and cost for each station varies. Current candidate projects were identified through a HVAC and electrical systems condition assessment study for 20 fire stations in June 2019 with Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service concurrence. The study recommends that HVAC and electrical systems at 20 fire stations be renovated.

Debt service for this project will be financed with Consolidated Fire Tax District Funds. Project costs are not escalated and represent present value costs for future year projects.

Expenditures will continue indefinitely.

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service, Local Volunteer Fire and Rescue Departments, Department General Services (Division of Building Design & Construction), Department of Permitting Services, Office of Management and Budget.