Station 1

Fire Station 1 was designed by Leslie I. Nichols, A.I.A., and built in 1955 by Sibley G & I Company. It primarily serves the City of Menlo Park, the Town of Atherton, and unincorporated areas of the County. In addition to its primary response area, all fire stations can be called upon for mutual aid to the City of Palo Alto, in accordance with a District/Palo Alto mutual aid plan.

Fire Station 1 is staffed by Engine 1, which includes a captain and two firefighters (one of whom is a qualified engineer), and Squad 401, which is staffed by a captain and one qualified engineer/paramedic. Each unit has at least one licensed paramedic who provides advanced life support services.

The station also includes classroom facilities that are used for employee training and monthly board meetings.

The District is currently exploring future development options for the Fire Station 1 property. Plans include building a new fire station, a training facility, and potentially an administration building. This new facility could offer office space for both administrative and fire prevention staff, as well as storage for equipment and supplies and a new classroom/boardroom. The project is estimated to be completed by March 2032.