Treasure Island Approves $10.8M Public Safety Facility

The Treasure Island City Commission voted Sept. 15 to approve a design-build agreement for a new public safety facility. The $10.8 million project will replace the city's 1957-era public safety building on the former City Hall site at 108th Avenue. The State of Florida has allocated $4 million toward the project.

The new facility will house both the Treasure Island Police Department and Treasure Island Fire Rescue. Hurricanes Helene and Milton underscored the need for a more resilient structure.

“This Public Safety Building is about much more than replacing a fire station; it is about ensuring Treasure Island is prepared to protect our community for decades to come,” said Fire Rescue Chief Trip Barrs. “Hurricane Helene demonstrated just how vulnerable our critical public safety infrastructure can be. Our firefighters and first responders need a hardened, reliable facility that remains operational when our residents need us most.”

The building will exceed current coastal construction standards and Risk Category IV requirements, featuring storm-surge protection and hurricane resistance. The police department will gain secure offices, evidence storage and community engagement space. Fire Rescue will receive a three-bay garage for emergency vehicles, living quarters and a multipurpose training room.

“This new Public Safety Building represents more than bricks and mortar. It is a symbol of Treasure Island’s resilience and an anchor for our community,” said Police Chief John Bakley. “After all we have endured, this facility will provide our first responders with a safe, modern home from which to serve and protect our residents and visitors for generations to come.”

Groundbreaking is scheduled for early October, with major construction beginning in December 2026.