🚨 Jackson's New Police & Fire Department Coming Soon?! 🚨

A Cloudy Sunday In The HubCity!

We’re sure that everyone will agree that it’s nice to get a bit relief from this heat wave! 🥵 

As we look forward to celebrating the 4th of July, let's take a moment to discuss an exciting development that could transform public safety in Jackson.

In Today’s “HubCity Newsletter”:

• Jackson's First Public Safety Complex

• Why A New Fire Department 🚒 

• Why A New Police Department 🚓 

• The Benefits Of The Public Safety Complex 🏢

• Additional Revenue Stream 💲 

• Weekly Events For The Kids 🛝

• Weekly Events For The Whole Family 🎡 

Read Time: 3 - 5 Minutes

🏗️ Jackson's First Public Safety Complex 🏗️ 

The Hub City is taking a significant step forward in public safety with plans to construct its first Public Safety Complex. This has the potential to impact not only Jackson but also West Tennessee as a whole.

The two main goals of the facility will be to:

• Modernize

  And

• Centralize

  the city’s emergency services, including the fire department and police department.

Both departments are currently operating out of outdated facilities, making this upgrade not only necessary but also a vital enhancement to the city's ability to serve and protect its residents.

🚒 The Fire Department 🚒

The Jackson Fire Department has been serving the community from its current Station 1 facility since 1967. Many of these buildings are not only old but also inadequate for the needs of a modern fire service.

The facilities were built at a time when the demands on fire departments were significantly different. The equipment has evolved, the size of the department has grown, and the scope of emergencies they respond to has expanded dramatically.

Aging infrastructure has led to issues such as:

• Outdated Electrical Systems

• Insufficient Space For Modern Fire Apparatus

  and

• A Lack Of Essential Amenities For The Firefighters

These limitations hinder the advanced training and rapid response capabilities required today. Additionally, the escalating maintenance costs for these old buildings drain resources that could be better spent on new equipment and training. 👨‍🚒 
And the police department is facing its own issues.

🚔️ The Police Department 🚔️ 

The Jackson Police Department, like the fire department, operates out of facilities built in the late 60’s and early 70’s. These buildings have long outlived their usefulness and are ill-equipped to handle the technological and operational demands of modern policing.

Inadequate facilities lead to issues such as:

• Cramped spaces

• Outdated Technology

  and

• Insufficient Infrastructure to support modern law enforcement activities.

Necessary needed updates may include:

• Communication systems

• Secure evidence storage

  and

• Enhanced facilities for interviews/interrogation and community engagement

These limitations can hinder the police department's ability to effectively serve the community and ensure public safety. 👮‍♂️

Which is why we need to talk about all the benefits that come from this project.

🏢 The Benefits Of The Public Safety Complex 🏢

If the construction of Jackson’s first Public Safety Complex gets approval and funding, it promises numerous benefits for the city and its residents. By centralizing the fire and police departments in one state-of-the-art facility, the city can enhance coordination, improve response times, and provide a more efficient use of resources. Key benefits include:

• Enhanced Coordination and Efficiency: Improved communication and coordination between departments.

• Improved Response Times: Faster mobilization of emergency services with better infrastructure and equipment.

• Cost Savings: Reduced maintenance costs, shared utilities, and efficient resource use, freeing up funds to be reinvested throughout the city.

• Enhanced Training and Preparedness: Joint training exercises for better teamwork and effective real-world responses.

• Community Engagement and Accessibility: A hub for residents to interact with fire and police services, participate in safety programs, and receive safety information.

• Modernized Facilities: Updated technology, better living and working conditions, and sufficient space for all necessary equipment, improving job satisfaction and retention rates among personnel.

Now this money has to come from somewhere and when it comes to public projects that usually means tax dollars. But this project could reduce it’s long-term reliance on taxpayer money.

💲Additional Revenue Stream💲

The proposed Public Safety Complex in Jackson could significantly contribute to the city's revenue by incorporating state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor training facilities for both the fire and police departments.

These advanced facilities would not only enhance the preparedness and efficiency of local first responders but also attract departments from surrounding areas seeking high-quality training environments.

By offering these training services to neighboring municipalities, Jackson can generate additional income through facility rental fees, thereby creating a new revenue stream that supports the complex's maintenance and further development while reducing some of the tax burden on residents. 💪 

This forward-thinking initiative is something the entire city of Jackson should be able to stand behind. It addresses the urgent need for modernization in both the fire and police departments, representing a vital investment in the safety and well-being of Jackson, ensuring that the city is well-prepared to meet the challenges of the future.

As always we hope you enjoyed this weeks newsletter and we hope you have a great 4th of July! Here is your curated list of events this week! ❤️ 

Monday, July 1st

Bingo & Brownies 🟫 
Date: Monday, July 1st
Time: 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Location: Beech Bluff Recreation Center
Price: Entry for Bingo (Free) Brownies & Drink $3

Tuesday, July 2nd

Empire Theaters8 (Free Movie Nights) 🎥 
Date: Tuesday, July 2nd
Time: 10:00AM 
Location: Empire Theaters 8
Movies: Sing 2 & Dr. Suess’ The Cat In The Hat
Price: Free

Jackson Rockabillys vs. Full Count Rhythm(Baseball) ⚾️ 
Date: Tuesday, July 2nd
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: The Jackson Baseball Stadium
Price: $6 - $14 (Prices Vary Based On Seating)

Wednesday, July 3rd

Empire Theaters8 (Free Movie Nights) 🎥 
Date: Wednesday, July 3rd
Time: 10:00AM 
Location: Empire Theaters 8
Movies: Sing 2 & Dr. Suess’ The Cat In The Hat
Price: Free Entry

Thursday, July 4th

Empire Theaters8 (Free Movie Nights) 🎥 
Date: Thursday, July 4th
Time: 10:00AM 
Location: Empire Theaters 8
Movies: Sing 2 & Dr. Suess’ The Cat In The Hat
Price: Free Entry

Firefighters Freedom Festival 🎆 
Date: Thursday, July 4th
Time: 4:00 PM 
Location: McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport
Price: Free Entry

4th Of July Fireworks With The Rockabillys 🎆 
Date: Thursday, July 4th
Time: 7:00 PM
Locations: The Jackson Baseball Stadium
Price: $6 - $14 (Prices Based On Seating)
Presented By: H&R Agri-Power

Friday, July 5th

Independence Day Weekend Night Hike 🥾 
Date: Friday, July 5th
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park
Price: 14 and under ($3) - 15 and up ($5)

Saturday, July 6th

Meet The Science Guy @ Jackson Madison County Public Library 👨‍🔬 
Date: Saturday, July 6th
Time: 1:00 PM 
Location: Jackson Madison County (Main) Library
Additional Details: Come join a fascinating adventure in STEM that will fascinate all ages! 

Monday, July 1st

Bingo & Brownies 🟫 
Date: Monday, July 1st
Time: 6:00PM - 7:30PM
Location: Beech Bluff Recreation Center
Price: Entry for Bingo (Free) Brownies & Drink $3

White Squirrel Festival Military & First Responders Program 🎆 
Date: Monday, July 1st
Time: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: White Squirrel Festival
Price: Free Entry

American Sign Language Practice 🤙 
Date: Monday, July 1st
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Jackson Madison County (Main) Library
Price: Free
Ages: All Ages Welcome

Tuesday, July 2nd

Jackson Rockabillys vs. Full Count Rhythm(Baseball) ⚾️ 
Date: Tuesday, July 2nd
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: The Jackson Baseball Stadium
Price: $6 - $14 (Prices Vary Based On Seating)

2024 City of Milan Firework Show 🎆 
Date: Tuesday, July 2nd
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Milan City Park
Price: Free Entry 

Empire Theaters8 (Free Movie Nights) 🎥 
Date: Tuesday, July 2nd
Time: 10:00AM 
Location: Empire Theaters 8
Movies: Sing 2 & Dr. Suess’ The Cat In The Hat
Price: Free

Wednesday, July 3rd

Festival of the Lakes 🎆 
Date: Wednesday, July 3rd
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Beech Lake Lexington
Price: Free Entry

Empire Theaters8 (Free Movie Nights) 🎥 
Date: Wednesday, July 3rd
Time: 10:00AM 
Location: Empire Theaters 8
Movies: Sing 2 & Dr. Suess’ The Cat In The Hat
Price: Free Entry

Thursday, July 4th

Firefighters Freedom Festival 🎆 
Date: Thursday, July 4th
Time: 4:00 PM 
Location: McKellar-Sipes Regional Airport
Price: Free Entry

4th Of July Fireworks With The Rockabillys 🎆 
Date: Thursday, July 4th
Time: 7:00 PM
Locations: The Jackson Baseball Stadium
Price: $6 - $14 (Prices Based On Seating)
Presented By: H&R Agri-Power

July 4th Four Miler 🎇 
Date: Thursday, July 4th
Time: 7:00 AM
Location: July 4th Four Miler
Price: Free Entry, Click To Sign Up!
Additional Details: Dress In Your Most Patriotic Running Gear For A Chance To Win A $150 Fleet Feet Gift Card.

City Thrift (50% Off 4th of July Sale) 🤑 
Date: Thursday, July 4th
Time: 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Location: City Thrift

Empire Theaters8 (Free Movie Nights) 🎥 
Date: Thursday, July 4th
Time: 10:00AM 
Location: Empire Theaters 8
Movies: Sing 2 & Dr. Suess’ The Cat In The Hat
Price: Free Entry

Friday, July 5th

AMP Concert Series: Lathan Warlick 🎵 
Date: Friday, July 5th
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: The AMP
Price: Free Entry

Independence Day Weekend Night Hike 🥾 
Date: Friday, July 5th
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: Pinson Mounds State Archaeological Park
Price: 14 and under ($3) - 15 and up ($5)

Saturday, July 6th

Farmers / Flea Market 🎪 
Date: Saturday, July 6th
Time: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Beech Bluff Recreation Center
Price: Free Entry (Produce & Other Products Price Vary)

Meet The Science Guy @ Jackson Madison County Public Library 👨‍🔬 
Date: Saturday, July 6th
Time: 1:00 PM 
Location: Jackson Madison County (Main) Library
Additional Details: Come join a fascinating adventure in STEM that will fascinate all ages!