Cuyamaca Fire Station Energy Efficiency Retrofit Project

The Cuyamaca Fire Station Energy Efficiency Retrofit Project is a forecast initiative led by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) to bring existing facilities into compliance with California legislation regarding greenhouse gas reduction. Located at 34520 Engineers Road in Julian, California, the project focuses on the replacement of electrical and mechanical equipment to upgrade lighting and integrate renewable energy and solar technologies. The scope is limited to retrofitting existing buildings, and the project will involve no new construction, facility expansion, or ground disturbance. Administratively, the project is classified under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as a Class 2 Categorical Exemption per section 15302(c) for replacement or reconstruction, indicating no significant environmental impact is expected. Oversight and administration are managed through CAL FIRE and the California Department of General Services, with Valerie Keisler serving as a primary point of contact. Inspection and final acceptance of the deliverables will occur on-site at the Cuyamaca Fire Station to ensure all upgrades meet state-mandated energy efficiency and environmental standards.