Reactions to the brand-spanking-new fire station in Bayview range from excitement to curiosity and even “Where did that big building come from?” But most South Whidbey residents know that the “overnight sensation” opening this weekend is actually the culmination of a carefully conceived and meticulously executed strategic plan spanning 12 years. When the now-completed Bayview Station 36 finally broke ground less than a year ago, it launched a true Whidbey Island venture. Valdez Construction in Oak Harbor has served as the general contractor, while the majority of the construction came to life through local Whidbey contractors, sub-contractors and workers.