On December 12, representatives from the Kansas City Fire Department, elected officials and City staff rededicated the remodeled Fire Station 23 located at 4777 Independence Avenue.  A symbolic uncoupling of fire hoses and a facility tour followed the brief ceremony.  

Construction of the approximately $4 million project began in September 2005 and was substantially complete in November 2006. The project has been funded completely by the quarter-cent sales tax for operation of the Fire Department that includes capital improvements, which Kansas City voters passed in August 2001.

The Capital Improvements Management Office managed the completion of this project. The station was designed by Designed by Shaughnessy, Fickel and Scott Architects and constructed by Kraus-Anderson Construction Company

The remodeled fire station is a 16,042-square-feet, two-story structure with three bays. It has been completely remodeled with the renovation of the roof and overhead doors, electrical power, mechanical HVAC and plumbing systems.  Other site improvements include the replacement of the parking lot curb and gutter, the parking lot fence, with a new security fence and gate, and the construction of a new patio and roof.  The facility has been updated using durable materials and systems to ensure low maintenance and utility costs.