Beck’s helps keep Jackson Township safer than ever

Jackson Township has broken ground on a new state-of-the-art facility that will house the Fire Department, Community Center, and Township Offices. This much-anticipated project represents a major step forward in the township’s ongoing efforts to meet the needs of its growing community while providing modern infrastructure that will serve residents for decades to come.

The new facility will be located at 7450 E. 266th St., Arcadia, just west of the current fire station. The project is made possible by the generous donation of land from Beck’s Hybrids, which has played a pivotal role in ensuring this project’s success.

“We are truly grateful to the Beck family,” Jackson Township Trustee Robyn Cook said. “They saved the day for us when every opportunity for property fell through. The Beck family’s devotion to our community is evident everywhere you go, and we are honored and humbled to partner with them on this historic project.”

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The current fire station, originally built 50 years ago, was designed for a volunteer fire department with less than 900 square feet of living space. Over the years, the township’s fire department has evolved into a full-time, merit-based service, and the old facility has long since outgrown its capacity. The new fire station will provide the space, resources, and modern infrastructure necessary to support the department’s critical work and ensure continued exceptional service to the Jackson Township community.

“The new facility will enable us to meet the demands of a growing population and serve as a cornerstone for our community for many decades to come,” Trustee Cook said.

In addition to housing the fire department, the new facility will feature a community center and updated township offices, creating a central hub for residents to gather, access services, and engage in civic activities. The project underscores Jackson Township’s commitment to fostering a sense of community and providing spaces that enhance the quality of life for all who live and work here.

Construction is set to be completed by March 2026. The township thanks its residents for their continued support and patience as work progresses on this transformative project.