11,000-Square-Foot Fire Station Under Construction in Morton

The Village of Morton has begun construction on a new, approximately 11,000-square-foot fire station at 195 E. Queenwood Road in Morton, Illinois. The project occupies a 3.8-acre property and follows Village Board approval of $7.5 million in borrowing to finance construction.

25News Now reported on October 23, 2026, that Morton-based companies will build the station entirely, with financing secured through Better Banks. The village expects the new Station 2 to open in September 2027.

Key Project Facts

• Project type: New fire station, designated Station 2
• Location: 195 E. Queenwood Road, Morton, Illinois
• Building size: Approximately 11,000 square feet
• Site area: 3.8 acres
• Principal scope: Four stalls with concrete walls and a concrete roof
• Owner: Village of Morton
• Financing: $7.5 million in approved borrowing; financing through Better Banks
• Stage: Construction underway as of October 2026
• Expected opening: September 2027

Four Stalls With Concrete Walls and Roof

The new station is designed to accommodate the Morton Fire Department's current equipment and future staffing needs. Its four-stall configuration includes concrete walls and a concrete roof intended to protect personnel and equipment during severe weather.

For contractors, the concrete enclosure is a defining construction consideration. Coordination of building-system penetrations, equipment connections and finish interfaces with that enclosure warrants attention during later-stage work.

The confirmed building and site scope includes:

• Approximately 11,000 square feet of station space
• Four equipment stalls
• Concrete walls and a concrete roof for severe-weather protection
• A building position toward the road frontage
• Approximately one acre of green space at the rear of the property

The road-front building placement and retained rear green space establish the basic site arrangement. Contractors planning deliveries and material staging should account for that layout as construction progresses.

$7.5 Million Borrowing Supports Local Construction

The Village Board approved $7.5 million in borrowing during the week of the October 23, 2026, report. Better Banks, a Morton-based bank, is providing financing.

The borrowing amount represents approved project financing. The village's stated construction approach is to use Morton-based companies for the entire build, making the local delivery structure relevant to suppliers and subcontractors evaluating the project.

September 2027 Opening Will Replace Adams Street Station

The village expects Station 2 to open in September 2027. Once construction is complete, the existing station at 205 W. Adams St. will no longer be used.

Built in 1956, the Adams Street facility can no longer accommodate the department's equipment and requires significant upgrades. The Queenwood Road project is a new facility on a separate site rather than an expansion of that existing building.

Construction Trades Involved

The project has entered early construction, so site and structural packages should be treated as underway or committed rather than prospective work.

Later-stage trades that could potentially remain available, subject to procurement status, include:

• Mechanical and HVAC
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Fire protection
• Roofing
• Glazing
• Insulation
• Drywall
• Flooring
• Painting
• Doors and hardware

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Morton's new fire station being built?

The new Station 2 is under construction at 195 E. Queenwood Road in Morton, Illinois, on a 3.8-acre property.

How big is the new fire station?

The station will contain approximately 11,000 square feet and four stalls with concrete walls and a concrete roof.

When is the station expected to open?

The Village of Morton expects the new station to open in September 2027.

For contractors and suppliers, the project combines an active construction schedule, a concrete-enclosed equipment area and a Morton-based delivery team. Pursuit decisions should focus on later-stage systems and finishes while confirming package availability with the project team.

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