Investing In Modern Spaces For Our Growing Community

In 2020, the City of Wyoming began a long-term effort to address critical facility needs after a comprehensive study revealed that most city buildings, including space for police, fire, public works and city staff, were outdated and inadequate for our growing community. These essential city facilities will meet the demand of our growing community and also to provide a safe and efficient workplace environment.

Once remodeled, these buildings would provide modern spaces to address long-standing needs across multiple departments. This project will occur in two phases, with phase one expected to cost about $9.3 million.

Progress Updates - 26885 Forest Blvd - Future Fire Station

September 28-October 2 - Scaffolding has been installed onsite, allowing structural masonry work for the new additions to move forward. CMU installation is progressing at the roof parapet. Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work is ongoing. Roof demolition at the apparatus bays have started in preparation for the installation of the CMU, which will support the upcoming structural steel installation.

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September 21-25 - Insulation and weather barrier are complete. The exterior stoops have been excavated, with backfilling and compaction. Sawcutting of the concrete floor is nearly complete. Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work is ongoing.

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September 14-18 - Footings and foundation walls have been poured. Foundation insulation and weather barrier installation are currently in progress. The stoops have been excavated, with forming and concrete placement underway. Demolition is ongoing inside; with wall demolition and sawcutting near completion. New wall openings are also being created.

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September 7-11 - Concrete placement continues and foundation walls are being poured. Demolition inside began with removal of walls and the relocation of furniture and equipment.

August 31-September 4 - Began concrete placement for the addition footings. Foundation work continues. Our demolition contractor prepared to begin renovation work in the Fire Station office areas.

August 24-28 - Site work and excavation are complete. Equipment disconnects and salvage activities are underway as the team prepares for the apparatus area for renovation.

August 10-21 - Site work continues to move forward, including excavation and preparation for the new addition. Foundation work is expected to begin in early September, with construction of the addition continuing throughout the fall. Work is also beginning to prepare the existing Fire Station for renovations. Equipment and materials are being relocated as needed to allow construction activities to proceed.

Progress Updates - 26263 Forest Blvd - Future City Hall

September 28-October 2 - Interior work is transitioning into the finishing phase, with taping, mudding, and sanding beginning. Exterior backfilling has been completed.

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September 21-25 - Mechanical and electrical rough-in work is substantially complete. Wall framing is complete.

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September 14-18 - Mechanical and electrical rough-ins are nearing completion. Wall framing is complete. Two exterior stoops are being excavated and are ready for forming and concrete placement.

September 7-11 - Interior spaces are starting to take shape.

August 31-September 4 - Wall framing began. The underground mechanical, electrical, and plumbing work is now complete and the concrete contractor was able to infill the previously opened floor areas.

August 24-28 - Utility underground work and framing of new wall locations underway.

August 10-21 - Interior demolition for the City Hall renovation is complete, and utility work is now underway. Concrete floor work and interior wall construction will follow in the coming weeks as the renovated space begins to take shape.

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What's Next?

Over the past year, Wold Architects and Kraus Anderson have been working with the City to develop project designs, refine scope, and evaluate cost estimates and timelines. Rather than pursuing the entire project all at once, the City Council discussed developing it in two phases. This timeframe allows for the completion of a current lease obligation at the new property, which will generate some revenue for the city.

Phase 1 - August 10, 2026 to June 2027

Remodeling the City Hall into a Fire Station,
Remodeling 26263 Forest Blvd for the new City Hall location, and
Moving City Hall offices to 26263 Forest Blvd

Phase 2 - Construction planned for 2029

Remodeling 26263 Forest Blvd for the new Police Dept location,
Moving the Police Dept to 26263 Forest Blvd, and
Renovating and constructing a garage at 26263 Forest Blvd

Timeline

Due Diligence Period - City Council approved to move forward on October 21, 2025
Purchase Property - City purchased 26263 Forest Blvd on November 4, 2025
Design Development - Completed January 2026
Construction Documents - Completed March 2026
Contractor Bids - Council approved this project to go out for bids on May 5, 2026
Bid Deadline & Opening - June 2, 2026
Council selects contractor - The City accepted and awarded bids on June 16, 2026
1st Phase Construction - Begins August 10, 2026
2nd Phase Construction - Begins 2029

How will the project be funded?

Department Needs

Police Department

A 24/7 safe room for crime victims, such as domestic or sexual assault victims, will be built into the renovated property off of Highway 61. Our current facility does not meet this need.
The current facility does not allow space for training or collaboration. The new facility addresses this by providing the needed space to support, retain, and recruit staff; also increasing collaboration with other departments and community stakeholders.
Interviews with victims, witnesses, and suspects are currently done at other facilities (Forest Lake PD or Chisago County Sheriff’s Office) due to the lack of space and privacy.

Fire Department

The new facility will drastically improve the safety of our firefighters and the community. Currently, there is no dedicated space for firefighters to safely decontaminate. This will address these deficient items and greatly reduce firefighter exposure to cancer-causing agents.
The new facility will provide appropriate spaces to change for different genders, which has become an increased need within the fire service.
The fire apparatus has outgrown our current station. As equipment continues to evolve and expand, the existing facility no longer provides adequate space. These space limitations create safety challenges and reduce operational efficiency. The new facility will ensure modern apparatus can be housed safely and maintained for rapid emergency response.

City Hall

The new facility will accommodate accessibility needs and meet current building code. City Hall, built in 1977, no longer complies with modern building standards.
The current space limits public meetings and staff training. Staff also work in temporary offices in these public meeting areas. The new location ensures a divided yet cohesive space for both community and staff.

Last updated 10/2/2026