Rocky View County is moving forward with the development of a replacement fire station in Madden, following the approval of $6 million in funding. This facility is essential to ensuring the continued delivery of reliable fire services in the Madden and Bottrell area and supporting our firefighters. To ensure the station meets the needs of the community, we are seeking community input on key aspects of the project.

• Exterior features and interior features regarding the Madden Fire Station.
• Possible site locations for the station.
• Community satisfaction levels and priorities for fire services in the area.

The feedback collected in the Madden area will be combined and utilized to support overall planning and the drafting of a revised Fire Services Master Plan. A report summarizing the public feedback, titled "What We Heard," will be presented to the Rocky View County Council and posted on the project page.

• Take the online survey below.
• Join us for a Fire Services Open House at the Madden Community Hall on April 3 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This is your opportunity to learn more about local fire services, ask questions, and share your feedback on community fire safety. Meet members of the Rocky View County Fire Services team, explore future plans, and have your say in shaping fire protection in your area. We look forward to seeing you there!

Rocky View County Fire Services plays a vital role in keeping our community safe, responding to a wide range of emergencies. From fire suppression to accident response and public safety education, their work extends beyond fighting fires. Here are some of the key services they provide:

• Respond to fires, including house, barn, and grass fires.
• Attend motor vehicle collisions within the County.
• Investigate fires, as required by the provincial government.
• Issue burn permits and provide guidance on safe burning practices.
• Issue fireworks permits and offer safety guidelines Provide fire prevention education and FireSmart Home Inspections.
• Inspect new buildings for fire code compliance.
• Assist with securing escaped livestock on roadways.
• Support neighbouring municipalities through mutual aid agreements.
• Contain emergency scenes Respond to surface water and ice rescues

Every municipality has unique challenges and characteristics contributing to the overall risk profile of the community. Some general examples of challenges that may impact community risks include:

• Fire/rescue service model and response capacity.
• Population and demographics.
• Population growth rate Industry types.
• Economy Rate of development.
• Changing Commercial / Industrial occupancy hazards.
• Transportation corridor types.
• Typography Weather

Rocky View County engaged with the staff of the Madden Fire Station regarding their needs and wants for the replacement fire station. Below are the planned elements for the station.

Fire Station Interior:

• Fire Gear (PPE) cleaning area, washer/dryer, and equipment servicing area
• Separated PPE and fire gear storage, gear racks
• Storage space for spare equipment, PPE, supplies and medical stores
• Cleaning Interior apparatus wash bay capability
• Ability to house four present fire trucks
• Fire hose storage and drying rack
• Additional bay for fleet truck, spare fire truck storage, indoor training
• Containment for domestic water / sewer
• Fire Truck fill station
• Kitchen with seating for response crews
• Changes rooms, showers, gender specific
• Apparatus floor exhaust extraction

Training and connectivity:

• Station Chief office
• Training space for courses, public education
• Interior training area for practical skills
• Communications and internet connectivity for reporting, on-line training and meetings
• Radio / map / dispatch room
• 50-year design, adaptable to new operational environment, trends and staffing needs.

Station Site and Exterior: Approx. 4 acres

• Self-contained fuel tank for fueling Fire Trucks
• Parking space for 20-40 members
• Community area, meeting area,
• External training area
• Space for turning fire trucks onsite
• Onsite storage for garbage / recycling, snow storage

Join us for a Fire Services Open House at the Madden Community Hall on April 3 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This is your opportunity to learn more about local fire services, ask questions, and share your feedback on community fire safety. Meet members of the Rocky View County Fire Services team, explore future plans, and have your say in shaping fire protection in your area. We look forward to seeing you there!