Prop b: public safety and facilties

Proposition B aims to invest in the City of Beaumont’s future with projects that enhance public safety, community services, and quality of life.

FIRE STATION #4

  • Built in 1954, no longer meets fire and emergency response needs

  • New station would feature updated bays for modern fire engines

  • Includes space for training, gear, and living areas for men and women

  • Compliance with accessibility and building code standards

police headquarters

  • Current Police Headquarters built in 1974; undersized, outdated, and prone to flooding

  • New facility would serve as the central hub for law enforcement operations and administration

  • Designed as the primary location for community members to interact with police

  • Updated space would house key units, evidence storage, and support modern policing and community services

animal care and adoption facility

  • Current shelter was built for smaller capacity and does not meet modern standards for animal care or adoption services

  • New facility would expand space for kennels, improve disease control, and provide dedicated areas for training, education, and adoption

    Photos at right: Conditions at the current facility (above) and conceptual illustratration of potential new facility (below)

facilities assessment and improvements

  • $10 million allocated for a citywide facilities assessment of City-owned buildings

  • Assessment would identify needed repairs, code compliance, and upgrades, with funding directed to renovate priority facilities

Safety and technology improvements

  • $1 million allocated for installation of security cameras connected to the Real-Time Crime Center

  • Cameras would support law enforcement by monitoring public spaces, deterring crime, and aiding emergency response

multipurpose center at alice keith park

  • Facility would combine recreation amenities with classrooms and activity spaces

  • Designed to host educational programs, workforce training, and community events

  • Aims to keep youth engaged and support partnerships with schools and local organizations

sports and community facility

  • Designed with a flexible, multi-court layout for a variety of athletic uses

  • Supports many different sports, youth leagues, tournaments, and the Special Olympics

  • Intended to host community events and recreation activities

  • Provides a modern venue for year-round programming and potential tourism