DFD Station #56

Station Number #56	Companies Assigned
Council District 11
7040 Beltline Road
	Engine 56
	Battalion 2

	updated 12/03/2008

On September 12, 1971, Station #56 opened to serve North Dallas. It is unique in that it shares its location, Fretz Park, with a Branch Library, Swimming Pool and Recreation Center. This station has 4,390 feet and 2½ bays housing an engine Company and a Battalion Chief.

In the past, #56 had the reputation of being a "retirement home." When the station opened in 1971, the population for the entire district, according to 1970 census data, was approximately 25,000 people. The 1980 census showed an astounding climb to more than 56,000 people.

This tremendous growth in population has created a traffic problem outside the station. During rush hour traffic, running Code 3 is an "amazing feat."

Building Needs

Red: Indicated High Priority Items
Orange: Indicates Medium Priority Items
Green: Indicates Low Priority Items

Category 1 - Station Safety/Security	Fence/Gate	Front of station 20' wood fence
Category 2 - Station Exterior	Ceiling Tiles	Need to replace tiles.
Category 2 - Station Exterior	Lawn Equipment	Riding lawn mower
Category 3 - Station Interior	Blinds	New blinds for station
Category 3 - Station Interior	Floor/Carpet/Tile	Floor tiles replace or repaired.
Kitchen	Ice Maker	We need new icemaker.
Family Room	Chairs	We could use new comfortable chairs
Offices	Television	TV for Chief's office
Other Item(s) and Category Not Described	Other	Remodel and add officers office/bedroom

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