Marinwood fire Chief Tom Roach says the firehouse kitchen is not only a functional necessity, it’s the meeting room, social hub and general focal point of activity for the staff.
Yet for the past year, the kitchen has been in a state of disrepair, with no faucet, no sink, an aging stove, a broken broiler and exposed wall studs. For running water, the staff uses a utility sink next to the laundry machines.
Last week the firefighters got some promising news: the Marinwood Community Services District board authorized Roach to seek a contractor for a renovation. But the project’s completion could still be months away.
“It’s gone on longer than it should have,” Roach said.