New Stations To Improve Putnam County Response Times
Putnam County completing construction on two new fire stations to strategically spread resources across its 405 square miles and reduce emergency response times. Fire Chief Jeff Hicks said the department is finishing the final two stations in its current plan, with Station 14 at Austin Bottom expected to open next. Hicks said the department intends […]
Putnam To Purchase Land For New Gentry Fire Station
A parcel of land identified and set to be purchased for a new Gentry Fire Station, between Baxter and the Putnam County line. Putnam County Mayor Randy Porter said it has been challenging to find suitable land along Highway 70 given the steep terrain in the area. Porter said the county will purchase the one-acre […]
Putnam FD Seeking Funds For Gentry Area Fire Station In Upcoming Budget
Putnam County Fire Department hoping to include a new fire station in the Gentry area in the upcoming budget. Chief Tom Brown said there used to be a portable building next to the convenience center that housed a truck for several years until it fell by the wayside. He said at the time they did […]
Putnam Fire Department Updating Master Plan
The Putnam County Fire Department is nearing the end of its expansive master plan. The last step of the master plan includes relocating fire stations at Nash’s Chapel and Gentry. Putnam County Fire Chief Tom Brown said the stations will remain in the general area. “We actually had money in last year’s budget for those,” […]
