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11-09-2026
The City of Flint held a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, September 10, 2026, to mark the start of construction on a new regional police and fire training center.Key details of the project include:
- Location: At the corner of Stewart Avenue and Industrial Avenue in Flint (the site of former Fire Station No. 4).
- Purpose: To provide a modern, dedicated facility for Flint’s police officers and firefighters to enhance their operational skills and emergency preparedness.
- Regional Scope: Beyond serving Flint, the center is designed as a shared hub for neighboring law enforcement and fire departments across the region, fostering collaborative training and mutual coordination during critical incidents.
- Leadership: The initiative is supported by Flint Mayor Sheldon A. Neeley, Police Chief Terence Green, Fire Chief Theron Wiggins, and project lead/Chief of Staff Ed Taylor.