What's on the Ballot - The Purpose of the Requested Funding

The funding is being requested to construct a 26,700 square foot building that would serve as a Joint Public Safety Facility, providing a larger space for the Avon Police Department, which has outgrown its current location. It would also function as a regional station for Eagle River Fire Protection District (ERFPD). Both the Town and ERFPD intend to build facilities that will address current service capabilities and anticipated growth through the next 50-plus years.

Funding will also provide for the rebuilding of the Edwards Station at its existing location and a much-needed training facility. The new Edwards fire station will be just over 18,000 square feet and includes space for the District to expand the facility to a dual-company station when needed due to anticipated population growth.

What Happens if Either Election Fails:

If either election fails, the Fire District and the Town will evaluate the election outcomes and determine next steps. A delay in new facilities will result in continued degradation of response times to emergencies. Resources will be further strained and the quality of service may be negatively impacted. ERFPD’s ladder truck will continue to respond from Cordillera. Both agencies will also continue to incur additional operating expenses due to significant capital improvements required to maintain the existing outdated facilities.