Alachua County is pleased to invite the public to a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the grand opening of Fire Station #21 (16121 NW 173rd St., Alachua). The event will take place on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 10 a.m., with light refreshments served.
Alachua County Fire Chief Harold Theus will serve as Master of Ceremonies. Featured speakers include Alachua County Commission Chair Charles S. Chestnut IV, Alachua City Manager Mike DaRoza, and Alachua Mayor Walter Welch.
“This new facility underscores Alachua County’s ongoing investment in public safety,” said Fire Chief Theus. “It represents an important step forward in our commitment to providing life-saving services for our residents.”
Fire Station #21 is a state-of-the-art, 11,500-square-foot facility with a project cost of $7 million. Completed earlier this month, it is designed to serve the community for more than 50 years. The single-story, concrete masonry structure includes energy-efficient systems, sustainable design features, and 100% backup power generation, ensuring operational readiness in all conditions.
The Lunz Group of Lakeland provided architectural and engineering services, and D.E. Scorpio Corporation led construction management.
For more information, contact Alachua County Fire Rescue Captain Jennifer DiSanto at 352-278-8572 or jdisanto@alachuacounty.us.
