1. Project Description. The Department, through its Division of State Fire Marshal (Division), has the

Regular Board of County Commissioners Meeting · 2026-05-19 · agenda_item

Highlands County is planning the construction of Fire Station #23, a project intended to serve the local community. The project is funded through a state appropriation of $3,000,000.00, with an additional estimated $2,002,592.06 in local funds, bringing the total estimated project cost to $5,002,592.06. The fire station will be located at 7523 Haywood Taylor Boulevard in Sebring, Florida. This project is currently under review, with funding authorized by the General Appropriations Act for the 2022-2023 State fiscal year. Construction will involve site preparation, building the structure, and installing necessary systems, all in compliance with contractor requirements. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to engage early to understand the project scope and potential opportunities as plans develop.

state appropriation

3000000.00 $

local funds

2002592.06 $

total project costs

5002592.06 $