The City of Menifee, along with elected leaders and Riverside County Fire officials, celebrated the grand opening of Fire Station 5 on Tuesday. This new $8.855 million state-of-the-art facility replaces the much smaller and antiquated Fire Station 5 built in the 1960s.
Located at 29745 Goetz Rd. in Quail Valley, the new Fire Station 5 is expected to be fully operational later this month. The 9,000-square-foot facility is designed to house up to eight fire personnel and accommodate a large ladder truck and other vehicles inside the three-bay garage.
“The opening of Fire Station No. 5 represents another milestone in Menifee’s Leadership both elected and staff for their ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of the Menifee community,” CALFIRE/Riverside County Fire Department Chief Bill Weiser said. “This new, state-of-the-art facility enhances our ability to respond to emergencies faster and more effectively, thanks to its larger capacity, modern infrastructure, and the latest firefighting technology. We are proud to partner with the City of Menifee, Riverside County Fire, and CALFIRE to continue building a stronger, safer community for years to come. This station represents the commitment and unwavering support that the Menifee city council has shown to public safety, specifically the Fire Department.”
The total construction cost for Fire Station 5 was $8.855 million with nearly two-thirds of the funding allocated from Measure DD. Passed by Menifee voters in November 2016, Measure DD approved a one-cent sales tax to provide local funding that cannot be taken by the State. The funding has allowed the city to maintain and enhance numerous services, including emergency preparedness, police and fire services, and road safety and traffic mitigation.
