The Phoenix Fire Department broke ground on Fire Station 74 yesterday, embarking on the addition of a new emergency service hub in Ahwatukee. Located at 19th Avenue and Chandler Boulevard, the station is set to enhance the community’s emergency response capabilities. According to an announcement from the City of Phoenix, this will be the fourth fire station to serve the area.
With its design orchestrated by Perlman Architects and construction led by BFL Construction, Inc., the upcoming station is rooted in sustainable technology. Notably aligning with Phoenix’s green building goals, the ceremony featured an array of speakers including Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and Congressman Greg Stanton, celebrated the station’s commitment to sustainability. “Station 74 is not just about expansion—it’s about strengthening our connection to the community and ensuring public safety,” Phoenix Fire Chief Mike Duran told the City of Phoenix.
In attendance at the groundbreaking were prominent local figures such as District 6 City Council Member Kevin Robinson, alongside Gerrald Adams, the Director of Perlman Architects, and Alex Ortega, VP of Business Development and Pre-Construction at BFL Construction. The speakers collectively underscored the station’s future role in both emergency services and as a conduit for community education and outreach efforts.
