MCFR Station 20 undergoing remodel

[Marion County Fire Rescue]

Crews at the Marion County Fire Rescue Station 20 have been relocated as the station’s remodel is in full swing.

The “Golden Ocala” station remodel is five months underway and involves expanding the inside of the station, adding two new bays, storage rooms and a gear room. The project is anticipated to be complete in November.

“You may have noticed that the fire truck and ambulance are no longer at Golden Ocala Station 20 – but don’t worry, it’s all for a great reason,” wrote MCFR. “Our crews have been temporarily relocated while the station undergoes an exciting transformation, made possible by your support of the Penny Sales Tax.”

The total cost of the remodel is anticipated at $3,005,921. The project is being completed by Cullison-Wright Construction.

As the interior of the fire station is being expanded into one of the exterior bays, two new bays are being added for a total of four garages to create room for additional fire apparatus.

Inside, all interior finishes in the station are being demolished to update the bunkrooms and kitchen. This will create “a more comfortable and functional space for crews who spend a third of their lives at the station,” wrote MCFR.

The station is also getting a new Safe Haven Baby Box, an opportunity to surrender infants and provide “a safe, secure and anonymous option for parents in crisis.” This will be the third Safe Haven Baby Box within MCFR.

“A huge thank you to Cullison-Wright Construction and the Marion County Facilities Department for their hard work in making this vision a reality. And most importantly, thank you to the citizens of Marion County for your unwavering support of public safety,” wrote MCFR.