Located on Church Street, the Riverdale Police Station and Fire Department #1 serves the community of Riverdale, Georgia, just south of Atlanta. The original structure was constructed approximately 40 years ago with subsequent additions for various uses. The building is approximately 30,000 square feet. The project entailed a complete renovation while maintaining operations of the police department.
Our Solutions
Phase 1: Interior renovation of approximately one-third of the facility to allow police and fire operations to continue in their current locations. The Phase 1 area was able to be vacated prior to construction.
Phase 2: Temporary relocation of fire station operations to another facility while we renovated the Fire Station area.
Phase 3: Temporary relocation of the police station operations to Phase 1 area and renovation of the Police Headquarters.
*Exterior modifications and alterations were completed throughout the project including a complete reroof.
As a result, we were able to perform a full renovation of a police department while letting staff maintain their work areas in the building. Our team handled the demolition of the current structures, taking it all down to drywall. We then refinished the floors, upgraded the lighting, and painted the interior.
After grading the land, our team cleaned up the landscaping and exterior of the buildings. Lastly, our team installed a new awning for shade and weather protection and constructed a new storage building.
Overcoming Challenges
The phased approach of the project, along with close communication and coordination with the City of Riverdale allowed for a successful renovation of the facility. Understanding the difficulties of maintaining a satisfactory work environment while completely remodeling an old structure is one of the keys to success. During the renovation, multiple issues had to be coordinated and skillfully executed: re-roofing, heavy demolition, relocation and temporary shutdown of facilities, and maintaining the 911 operating system. The project was successful because of the close coordination and teamwork required by all parties – City of Riverdale, Design Team, and our construction team.
We would like to thank the City of Riverdale for this opportunity and their cooperation throughout this project. Teamwork is key to any successful relationship, and we appreciate their efforts!
Jerry L. Johnson & Associates can handle any job of any size. Call 770-961-7600 to request a quote.
About the Riverdale Police Station and Fire Department #1
The Riverdale Police Department was accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) in August 2009. To receive this accreditation, the department had to show compliance with over 460 CALEA standards. The department’s goal is to make citizens and officers safer as they live and work in the City of Riverdale.
Riverdale Fire Services (RFS) was founded in 1961 as a volunteer fire department became fully paid in 1972. They provide fire and emergency response to an area of 4.5 miles with a population of over 16,500 residents with two stations in the Riverdale area.
Jerry L. Johnson & Associates
Based in Morrow, GA, Jerry L. Johnson & Associates is a general contracting company specializing in renovations and remodels without interrupting the operations and communications of our customers’ businesses. JLJ is licensed throughout the southeastern United States, including the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico.
JLJ is highly experienced in completing projects of all sizes, from small interior buildouts to multi-floor, high square footage buildings. We employ project managers who are specifically dedicated to interior remodeling and designing. The way we work minimizes downtime and allows your business to continue operating. JLJ General Contractors is one of the few commercial construction companies capable of providing this service. Give us a call today!