Bradenton Fire Station 2

Type of Project:
Capital Development Project
Project Title:
Bradenton Fire Department Fire Station #2
Project Goals:
Provide our City with a centrally located, modern fire station to service the eastern parts of the City and I-75 area
Location:
2233 Manatee Ave E
Project Status:
55% completion
Description:
The addition of Bradenton Fire Station #2, the second of two new fire stations and apparatus, will provide our City with a modern fire station, ensuring swift emergency response times for medical and fire/rescue calls, enhanced firefighter safety, and improved rescue capabilities for our residents.
Design and Construction:
The design architects on this project are from Fawley Bryant Architects, and the construction manager is Willis Smith Construction.
Key Highlights of Fire Station #2:
A central location to facilitate rapid response times to eastern and southern parts of the City and I-75 area. Drive-through bays to expedite responses to the southern end of the City and improve turnout safety procedures. Additional equipment and training space for first responders, and support services during severe weather emergencies. Modern equipment, including backup power systems and other resilience features, to support preparedness protocols to ensure continuity of service during emergencies and natural disasters.

     

Renderings include the view from Westbound SR 64 (top left); and a view of building frontage from Eastbound SR 64 (top right).

 

  

  

Aerial views of BFD Station #2 site.