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Engine 1 Restoration ProjectBrief HistoryView Brochure (pdf file) 
In 1930, the growing community of Upper Arlington ordered its first fire engine to equip a recently formed Fire Division. The new fire truck was supplied by the Seagrave Co., located on South High Street in Columbus, for the sum of $8,750. Engine 1 served the community as a front-line engine for eight years, before becoming a reserve vehicle, used as back up and for community events for several decades. Following the retirement of Engine 1 in the 1960s, the truck languished in storage for many years, until it was donated to the Central Ohio Fire Museum in the late 1990s. The Museum already had a restored version of this Seagrave truck, so the Upper Arlington vehicle quickly found itself back in storage. Today, the men and women of the City’s Fire Division want to restore this historic engine. As a result, a partnership between the City and the Fire Fighters IAFF Local 1521, with assistance from other community entities, has launched the UA Engine 1 Restoration Project. The goal is to raise $50,000 during the course of 2004, so that Engine 1 can be fully restored the following year, ready to be driven in Upper Arlington’s 2005 Fourth of July Parade in celebration of the Fire Division’s diamond (75th) anniversary. Once fully restored, Engine 1 will become a familiar sight in the community, being showcased at numerous community events, and serving an historical and educational role for the Fire Division. Pride in Our Community and Our Safety Services Upper Arlington fire fighters take great pride in the history of the Fire Division. Throughout the generations who have served the community, all members have shared a commitment to providing citizens with the best safety and emergency services possible. As the Fire Division nears its 75th anniversary, the opportunity to reclaim and restore the community’s first fire engine has great significance to those who protect the lives and properties of all our citizens. Likewise, the City of Upper Arlington enjoys a rich and varied history, always with an eye on providing and supporting an excellent quality of life. Recognizing that it was the hard work and vision of our City’s founders that enabled Upper Arlington to prosper and grow into the thriving community it is today, the City remains committed to preserving and promoting projects of historical significance. Helping Us Reach Our Goal We hope you can be part of this community effort to preserve a valuable piece of our history for future generations to enjoy. Donations large and small will help us reach our goal. Giving Levels $5,000 or above = BENEFACTOR Name included on plaque permanently affixed to Engine 1, framed print of Engine 1 with name, included in all media communications. $1,000–$4,999 = PATRON Framed print of Engine 1 with name, included in all media communications. $500–$999 = SUPPORTER Certificate of recognition, included in media communications when time/space permits. $0–$499 = FRIEND Participate in Fundraising Activities Help us reach our goal by organizing or participating in fundraising activities. Contact us with your ideas, and we’ll be delighted to work with you to make your efforts a success and to give your organization the recognition it deserves for partnering with us. Fire Division City of Upper Arlington 3600 Tremont Road Upper Arlington, OH 43221 Phone: 614-583-5100 |
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