Peoria Breaks Ground on New Fire Station

First new station in 20 years to serve growing community

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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The city of Peoria, Arizona has officially broken ground on its first new fire station in 20 years. The $20.8 million Fire-Medical Station 198, located near Vistancia Boulevard and White Peak Drive, is expected to be completed by 2027 and is designed to improve response times and support firefighting and medical responses as the city continues to grow, especially in the northern areas.

Why it matters

The new fire station represents Peoria's commitment to long-term planning and strategic investment in public safety infrastructure to serve the needs of its growing population. It will ensure firefighters and paramedics are equipped to protect the community both now and in the future.

The details

Fire-Medical Station 198 will span 2.5 acres and is part of Peoria's plan to open a temporary fire station south of the Saddleback community next month. The new permanent station is designed to improve response times and support firefighting and medical responses as the city continues to grow, especially in the northern areas.

  • The groundbreaking ceremony took place on February 14, 2026.
  • The new fire station is expected to be completed by 2027.

The players

Jason Beck

Mayor of Peoria, Arizona.

Gary Bernard

Peoria Fire-Medical Chief.

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What they’re saying

“As Peoria continues to grow, especially in the north, we are making intentional investments to ensure residents receive the highest level of fire and emergency medical services. Fire Station 198 represents our commitment to long-term planning, strategic investment and focus on building a safer community, not just for today, but for generations to come.”

— Jason Beck, Mayor (ktar.com)

“This groundbreaking is a symbol of Peoria's dedication to the safety, health and well-being of every resident. Fire Station 198 ensures our firefighters and paramedics are equipped to protect a growing community.”

— Gary Bernard, Peoria Fire-Medical Chief (ktar.com)

What’s next

The temporary fire station south of the Saddleback community is scheduled to open next month, while the new permanent Fire-Medical Station 198 is expected to be completed by 2027.

The takeaway

Peoria's investment in a new fire station demonstrates the city's commitment to proactively addressing the public safety needs of its growing population. The new station will help ensure firefighters and paramedics can effectively respond to emergencies and provide high-quality services to the community both now and in the future.