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Frankenmuth News

Serving Frankenmuth since 1906

Volume 120 ~ No. 49

June 10, 2026

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THE FRANKENMUTH FIRE DEPARTMENT . . . is looking to replace its aging and undersized fire station with a new 16,000-square-foot facility, to be located at the corner of West Genesee Street and Dehmel Road. Above is the front view of the station. The building and all its accoutrements is estimated to cost $9.4 million.

FFD seeks new fire station for better safety, more space

  For many years, the Community of Frankenmuth has supported the Frankenmuth Fire Department  by ensuring the 30-plus firefighters on the roster had superior trucks, rigs, apparatus, and training.

  But one big detail has been kicked down the road a very long time: a new fire station.

  The FFD has been keeping local families and visitors safe since 1904. They are currently located at 210 West Genesee Street, However, after decades of service, city and township leaders say the aging facility is running out of room, prompting a new proposal for a modern fire station.

  The current hall is nearly 75 years old and is jointly owned by the Frankenmuth City-Township Commission, which is made up of two representatives from Frankenmuth City, and two representatives from Frankenmuth Township. It serves as a base for more than 30 volunteer fire personnel who protect 8,500 residents, assist with mutual aid packages to neighboring communities, and over 2 million tourists every year.

  However, as the community grows and firefighting technology evolves, the old building struggles to keep pace.

  To fix this, local officials are sharing details about the proposed new fire station designed to give emergency responders the space, safety tools, and modern layout they need. The new station will be approximately 16,000-square feet and located at the intersection of  Dehmel Road and West Genesee Street.

  The current station and public safety offices is approximately 9,100-square feet, with the FFD occupying about 6,300-square feet.

  Why a new station is needed.

  The biggest issue with the existing firehouse is space. The station houses six emergency vehicles and two support vehicles, administrative offices, a kitchen, a meeting room, and has very limited storage space. .....  

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