Bristol Borough Fire Station Project Gets Funding

LOWER BUCKS COUNTY, PA — The communities of Bristol and Bristol Township are getting $1.5 million in state grants for several projects, officials said.

State Rep. Tina Davis and Sen. Steve Santarsiero said the projects include:

• $1 million for the Bristol Borough New Consolidated Fire Station — The legislators had secured a $700,000 grant for the project last November.
• $541,835 for Third District Volunteer Fire Company in Bristol Township (via the Bucks County Redevelopment Authority)
• $218,025 for the Bristol Township Third District Volunteer Fire Co. for facility improvements to the fire station.
• $323,810 for Bristol Township Third District Volunteer Fire Co. for the fire station parking lot and storage upgrade project.

The funding awarded to Bristol Borough will be applied to the $5.5 million project to build a new, centrally located fire station that will allow the borough to consolidate its four stations into one.

The new facility will include living quarters for firefighters, a Bucks County Rescue Squad substation, and space to store and maintain equipment and apparatus.

The location of the station along Jefferson Avenue should reduce response times for many residents, improve traffic flow during emergencies, and save on long-term upkeep costs of maintaining multiple facilities.

The project will construct the new facility, parking area, stormwater infrastructure, and traffic control improvements at Prospect Street and Jefferson Avenue.

“Our firefighters are our frontline heroes, and I was proud to work with Rep. Tina Davis and Mayor Ralph DiGuiseppe to make sure they get the first-class facility they deserve in Bristol Borough,” said Santarsiero. “This investment will improve response times and save taxpayer dollars by bringing four outdated stations together in one central location. I will continue to be committed to funding projects like this that improve public safety for the residents of the 10th Senate District.”

“Bristol Borough’s firefighters deserve a modern, efficient facility that matches the critical work they do every day,” Davis said. “This investment will improve emergency response times, enhance public safety, and reduce long-term costs by consolidating outdated stations into one centrally located home. I was proud to work with Mayor Ralph DiGuiseppe and state Senator Steve Santarsiero to bring funding for this critical project back to the Borough, and I want to thank the Mayor for his strong leadership and commitment to public safety. I’m proud to support a project that strengthens emergency services while making smart use of taxpayer dollars.”

The Third District Volunteer Fire Company in Bristol Township will receive funds to repave its fire station parking lots and build a large barn on site to store equipment.

“Our volunteer firefighters rely on functional, well-maintained facilities to serve the community safely and effectively,” Davis said. “These upgrades will improve access to the station and provide much-needed space to store essential equipment. Supporting projects like this is one way we can show our appreciation for the volunteers who remain dedicated to protecting our community”

The Third District Volunteer Fire Company will also be receiving funds to upgrade their fire station, which was built in 1964.

The improvements include a new epoxy floor in the apparatus bays, new overhead garage doors, and painting the interior and exterior of the fire station.

Administered through the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development, the Local Share Account Statewide program allocates gaming revenue through the Commonwealth Financing Authority to support projects that improve the quality of life of citizens.