The Cloquet Area Fire District has outgrown their current fire hall. And they’ve been planning for a decade for a new spot.

It would be at 22nd Street and Cloquet Avenue, near Sappi, on donated land.

Chief Jesse Buhs said, “Our biggest challenge is space, we are out of space. Largely due to the increase in call volumes and the response to the call volume. And additional specialized rescue equipment we’ve purchased over the years.”

The hope is to secure bonding money this session for the project, and then break ground in August.

One of their main focuses right now is recruitment and retention, and having a facility that has room for wellness and health is important.

Their current hall was built in 1960, with a major remodel in 1990.

There will be chances to weigh in.

Town Hall Meeting Date: February 3 Time: 6 PM Location: Cloquet Public Library
Town Hall Meeting Date: February 4 Time: 6 PM Location: Perch Lake Town Hall
Town Hall Meeting Date: February 5 Time: 6 PM Location: Thomson Town Hall
Town Hall Meeting Date: February 6 Time: 6 PM Location: Brevator Town Hall (East)

Open House Date: February 10 Time: 5 – 7 PM
Open House Date: February 11 Time: 1 – 3 PM
Location: Cloquet Area Fire District – 508 Cloquet Avenue

Details: Attendees will have the opportunity to tour the existing facility and speak directly with fire district representatives.

Public Hearing Date: February 12 Time: 6 PM Location: Carlton County Government Services Building Details: This formal session will allow community members to provide official comments on the proposed project before final decisions are made.

For more information: https://www.cloquetareafiredistrict.com/facility