Three proposed design options for the Fountain Hills Fire Station #2 relocation project were presented at a public open house at Town Hall Tuesday, Nov. 29.

Jonathan Schmid, RA of Hunt Caraway Architects, made a presentation outlining the proposals and was available to answer questions.

The design concepts highlight a dual structure plan with apparatus bays and firefighters’ sleeping quarters in one building, with a second structure having living quarters and office space along with public facilities including a community meeting room. The structures are connected with a closed walkway.

Schmid said due to the proximity of the building site to residential homes the design has a strong residential feel. The public and living space has been sited closest to the neighborhood with the truck bays and dormitory toward the back of the site.

The facility is designed at 9,600 square feet with three truck bays and personal space for six firefighters. There is also office space allocated for use by the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office.

The Town Council will review the proposed concepts at its regular session on Thursday, Dec. 15. They will also see a fourth design combining some of the features of the three based on input at the public meeting. Architectural design as well as color pallets will be under consideration.

Town Manager Grady Miller said they hope to have the plans ready for contractor bid in January or February, with construction to begin soon after and projected completion by early 2018.

The project site is located on the west side of Fountain Hills Boulevard at Muskrat Drive just north of Shea Boulevard.