In order to do so, the city would be required to provide two new fire stations, each equipped with a first class combination truck. One was to be located near Sixth Street and Greensboro Avenue; the other near Broad Street and Twenty-first Avenue. The horse-drawn truck was to be kept in reserve at the latter location. Additional fire stations would be needed as the city grew.

The Queen Contest for queen of the centennial was underway and judges had to correct the erroneous impression that when a name was sent in on a nomination black, the candidate received 100 votes; after a nomination the votes are one cent each. Many nomination forms for the same women were being submitted.  The judges added that motion pictures would be made of the queen and her maids. At week’s end, Miss Mary Lee Webb had 510 votes, Miss Annalee Fitts had 505, and Miss Augusta Harwood had 500.

Tuscaloosa was warned about the spread of rabies. State health officer, Dr. W.G. Sanders, asked for a strict city law providing for the muzzling or all privately owned dogs and the killing of all stray dogs as the only way of safeguarding the public from the wide spread outbreak of rabies among dogs and other animals across the state.

An election for the issuance of $15,000 in bonds for the building of a wharf on the Warrior River had been called and the date for the election would be announced at an early date. 

The Parker Fire Department put $170,000 worth of equipment on board.

The new truck gives the department almost double the capacity for firemen and additional space for more equipment.

"When we were in the old station, we couldn't accommodate a larger truck," said Parker Fire Chief Andrew Kelly. "This is the first time the City of Parker has had a four-door cab so now rather than two guys riding on the truck, we can get five on the truck to go to calls."

The new truck arrived Thursday at the station. Since then, firemen have been cleaning it and loading it with gear.

Fire Chief Andy Petrowski said having MSA design the voice, video and data communications as well as the security and keyless entry system for an extra $6,000 would actually save money. “I just don’t know how you would either go outside of that firm to try to bid it separately at anywhere near that cheap of cost, or try do it after the fact,” he said. The $6,000 does not cover installation or hardware.

Former town chairman Don Gauger said it is unsettling that a public safety facility such as a fire station has to be monitored against vandalism and theft. Board member Bryan Jennings reminded him that the new fire station would be located in a semi-secluded area of town. Gauger conceded the point, adding that outside lighting is important for proper security also. Among other points discussed: architect’s fees could increase if the overall cost of construction rises substantially. There will be added costs for on-site inspection, possibly one or more days a week. Petrowski said it’s vital that a knowledgeable general contractor be selected. “It’s mind-boggling on how much money they can save on this,” he said.

Town Chairman Mark Hartzheim said the contractors should save as many trees as possible when clearing the lot. Members very briefly discussed how to finance the project, noting that the town clerk will help determine payment options, including paying some of the architect’s fees this year.

Fire Chief Andy Petrowski said having MSA design the voice, video and data communications as well as the security and keyless entry system for an extra $6,000 would actually save money. “I just don’t know how you would either go outside of that firm to try to bid it separately at anywhere near that cheap of cost, or try do it after the fact,” he said. The $6,000 does not cover installation or hardware.

Former town chairman Don Gauger said it is unsettling that a public safety facility such as a fire station has to be monitored against vandalism and theft. Board member Bryan Jennings reminded him that the new fire station would be located in a semi-secluded area of town. Gauger conceded the point, adding that outside lighting is important for proper security also. Among other points discussed: architect’s fees could increase if the overall cost of construction rises substantially. There will be added costs for on-site inspection, possibly one or more days a week. Petrowski said it’s vital that a knowledgeable general contractor be selected. “It’s mind-boggling on how much money they can save on this,” he said.

Town Chairman Mark Hartzheim said the contractors should save as many trees as possible when clearing the lot. Members very briefly discussed how to finance the project, noting that the town clerk will help determine payment options, including paying some of the architect’s fees this year.

There was also a free-standing plaque placed in front of the station to honor former Cleveland City Council President George Forbes and council member Mary Zone.

"I've been working on this for over a decade," said Cleveland Councilman Zack Reed.

Reed said it wasn't fair for firefighters and EMS to go out and save lives everyday and come back to a run down fire house. He wanted them to have a fire house that was new, great quality and something they could be proud of.

There is also a community room open to the public and a play area will soon be built behind the fire station.