Fire and Police Station Complex

Combined Fire and Police Complex

The scope of work for this two (2) story Fire and Police Station Complex included the design and renovation of the existing (historic) Fire Station and the design and construction of a new Police Station addition at the Rock Island Arsenal in Illinois.
Features of the complex include:

24-Hour 911 Emergency Operations Central Dispatch Center
Eight (8) Apparatus Bays for Fire and Emergency Response Vehicles
Specialized Systems include an Overhead Vehicle Exhaust System with
Automatic Disconnect
Fire Equipment Storage
Fire Extinguisher Recharge Area
Infra-Red Traffic Light Control System
Breathing Apparatus Recharge Area
HAZMAT / Decontamination Rooms & Showers
Full-Service Kitchen Facility for Fire Personnel
Dormitory / Sleeping Quarters for Fire Personnel
Laundry Room
An Activity / Exercise Room Shared by Police and Fire Personnel
Administration Space for Fire and Police Personnel
Bullet Proof Glass/Glazing
Arms Vault
Conference/Training Room(S)
Filing Area for Police Reports
Holding Area
Evidence Lockers
Separate Offices for the Security Unit
Break Room(s), Restrooms, Showers, and Locker Rooms
Elevator

The exterior of the building consists of brick, split-face CMU, and gables. Supporting features include a retaining wall, emergency generator, site utilities and services, storm water drainage system, parking, paving, access drives, sidewalks, exterior lighting, and security fencing.

The renovation and addition were compliant with the installation’s designation as a National Historic Landmark, and SGS coordinated with the Illinois State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO) throughout the design and construction process.