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Richmond’s Brighouse Fire Hall to host grand opening next month

After a nearly three month long delay, Richmond’s Brighouse Fire Hall No. 1 has rescheduled its grand opening to the public for Saturday, Sept. 15. The $24.
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Richmond Fire Rescue chief Tim Wilkinson in front of the new Brighouse Fire Hall No.1. May, 2018.

After a nearly three month long delay, Richmond’s Brighouse Fire Hall No. 1 has rescheduled its grand opening to the public for Saturday, Sept. 15.

The $24.4 million hall was originally scheduled to have a public opening in late June, but was postponed due to “landscaping and other minor works” not being completed in time. The hall began operating in July.  

“The completion of construction of the new Brighouse Fire Hall No. 1 marks a significant milestone to achieving council’s commitment to a safe community,” said Mayor Malcolm Brodie in a press release.

“The opening of this new facility will mean that over the last 15 years, most of Richmond’s major public safety facilities have been replaced or updated to meet community needs and modern seismic standards.”

The new fire hall, which has been designed to meet LEED Gold sustainability standards, will house Richmond Fire-Rescue’s administrative offices, fire prevention and community relations departments. The city’s emergency programs department will also be at the new site.

The grand opening of the new facility, which will replace the 50-year-old Brighouse Fire Hall, will be marked with a public open house, tours and activities for all ages. Events will run on Sept. 15 at 6960 Gilbert Rd. from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. with an official opening ceremony at 11:30 a.m. A free shuttle will run from the Richmond City Hall parking lot as parking is limited.