On Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 10 a.m., the Alachua County Commission is holding a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new Alachua County Fire Rescue Training Building (5801 N.W. 34th Blvd, Gainesville). The ribbon cutting is open to the public, and refreshments will be served.

Alachua County Manager Michele Lieberman is the Master of Ceremonies. The event includes comments from Fire Chief Harold Theus and Alachua County Commission Chair Mary C. Alford.

"This training center will provide our Fire Rescue employees with a state-of-the-art facility. If offers a cutting-edge simulation lab plus space for classes, ceremonies, and meetings," said Fire Chief Harold Theus.

The 5000-square-foot training building, located at the old Tax Collector office, has been completely renovated. This space will give employees opportunities to hone their skills to serve the citizens of Alachua County better. This facility will provide critical space for staff and equipment.

For more information, contact Alachua County Communication Director Mark Sexton at 352-264-6979.

If you have a disability and need an accommodation in order to participate in a County program, service or public meeting, please contact the Alachua County Equal Opportunity Office at (352) 374-5275 at least 2 business days prior to the event. TTY users, please call 711 (Florida Relay Service).