Station remodel looks to enhance Selma’s fire department operations

Selma’s Fire Station No. 1, located at 9375 Corporate Drive, will be undergoing a remodel to increase operational efficiency and accommodate the department’s recent addition of fire battalion chiefs, according to a news release.

What you need to know

Selma City Council selected a contractor for design build services for the remodel of Fire Station No. 1, authorizing the city administrator to sign an AIA DesignBuild Agreement on Feb. 13.

Funding for the project—which costs $200,000—was approved as part of the city’s 2024-25 fire department operating budget. The remodel will consist of a Battalion Chief’s Quarters with an additional bunk room, new bathroom and shower facilities, according to a news release.

The expansion ensures that battalion chiefs have the necessary accommodations to support 24/7 emergency response operations. The remodeling of the station will also improve the department’s real-time emergency response, the news release states.

What the fire chief is saying

Fire Chief Kyle McAfee said the project is a direct reflection of their commitment to providing top-tier public safety services to Selma residents and business owners.

Looking ahead

The remodel is slated to be completed by the end of June, the news release states.