Binay opens new Makati police, fire stations

MANILA, Philippines — Makati Mayor Abby Binay inaugurated yesterday the city’s new central police and fire stations in Barangay San Antonio.

Binay was accompanied by Southern Police District director Brig. Gen. Leon Victor Rosete and other local officials.

“We are proud to provide our police and fire departments with the modern resources they need to serve our city effectively. This investment reflects our dedication to the well-being and safety of all residents and stakeholders of Makati,” Binay said.

“These new facilities symbolize our commitment to protecting our citizens and ensuring swift response in times of need,” she added.

According to the city government, the 3,249-square-meter, three-story police station features offices for different divisions and sections, a woman and children protection desk, a complaints desk, an operations center, a training room, a conference room and a clinic.

The 1,778-square-meter, three-story fire station can house up to four fire trucks and has a fire pole.

It also houses the city fire marshal’s office, administration and district offices and a conference room.

Both buildings come with air- conditioning units, exhaust fans, closed-circuit television system, a fire detection and alarm system, fire extinguishers, voice and data system as well as a public address system.

“We have made sure to include solar panels in the design of both buildings in line with Makati’s ongoing transition to renewable energy,” Binay said.

The city government has allocated funding of P69.2 million for the police department and P15.8 million for the fire department this year.