The new North Metro Fire District Fire Station 61 at 1275 Midway Boulevard is slated to open during the latter part of 2022. Courtesy photo.
North Metro Fire District
Fire Station 61 REBUILD UNDERWAY By Bette Erickson
“Plus ça change, plus c’est la même chose,” French writer Jean-Baptiste Alphonse Karr said. The more things change, the more they remain the same. By now, many Broomfield residents and passers-by have no doubt seen the activity going on at North Metro Fire Station 61 on Midway Boulevard. The original fire station was torn down in December 2021 to make way for a larger, more modern station that will serve our community for decades to come. “We are making great progress on Station 61,” said North Metro Fire Deputy Chief David Anderson. “We are looking to move in to the new station this fall, and look forward to hosting an Open House so our community can see and enjoy what they helped build. Station 61 has always been at the heart of Broomfield, and we are happy to be able to grow with our community and continue to provide excellent emergency services to our residents.” What a landmark Fire Station 61 is. Those who have been in Broomfield for a long time may recall the numerous Flag Retirement ceremonies held at Station 61 at 1275 Midway Blvd., with police and fire honor guard, representatives from
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North Metro Fire Rescue Department (NMFRD), the Broomfield Veterans Museum, residents and local scout troops in attendance. The new station will offer improved safety features meeting modern-day standards, such as better ventilation to keep toxic fumes out of the living quarters,
