Fire Station No. 72 Relocation and Property Acquisition
Summary
The city is purchasing a $1 million property on Sarno Road to relocate the aging Fire Station 72, which faces about $1 million in additional site remediation and wetland mitigation costs. While most council members supported the move to improve emergency services, Council Member Mimi Hanley opposed it due to traffic safety concerns at the Sarno and Wickham Road intersection.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Approximately $2 million in total land acquisition and site remediation costs, plus future construction expenses.
Residents and commercial properties in the Fire Station 72 service district who will receive updated emergency response infrastructure.
Future capital projects such as Fire Station 73, which may face funding delays due to redirected capital resources.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council - Jul 14, 2026
The city is purchasing a $1 million property on Sarno Road to relocate the aging Fire Station 72, which faces about $1 million in additional site remediation and wetland mitigation costs. While most council members supported the move to improve emergency services, Council Member Mimi Hanley opposed it due to traffic safety concerns at the Sarno and Wickham Road intersection.
City Council - May 26, 2026
Council reviewed three potential locations to replace aging Fire Station 72, ultimately favoring the Boozer property on Sarno Road while avoiding the loss of green space at Jimmy Moore Park.
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Fire Station 72 Community Meeting to be Held April 20
Fire Station 72 Community Meeting to be Held April 20 City of Melbourne, Florida
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