The City of Canyon recently learned it will receive an extra $1.4 million in federal funding to support major public safety infrastructure projects already planned by local officials. The supplemental funds come through a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) grant, facilitated with assistance from the office of U.S. Representative Ronny Jackson. This financial boost will help expand and enhance a slate of facilities that voters approved in a May 2025 public safety bond election.
The additional federal support is intended to stretch the investment planned through the $14 million Public Safety Bond that Canyon residents narrowly approved in May 2025. That bond is financing several high-priority projects for public safety, fire, police, training, animal care and municipal services.
Under the bond program and with the USDA funding, the City of Canyon has identified five primary areas of improvement:
Canyon Police Department Headquarters
One of the central elements of the funding package involves the renovation of the former Gold Star building at 1401 4th Avenue into a new headquarters for the Canyon Police Department. The updated facility will total approximately 19,000 square feet and is designed to accommodate modern policing needs that outgrew existing space. Planned improvements include space for administrative offices, expanded and secure evidence storage, a public lobby with 24-hour monitoring, interview rooms and additional capacity for current and future staff. Estimates published by the City indicate that these renovations will support improved service delivery as calls for police services continue to grow year over year.
Fire Station Enhancements
Funding will also support significant upgrades to the City’s existing fire station to allow for 24/7 staffing by career firefighters. Renovations are expected to include the construction of sleeping quarters, a dedicated dining area and exercise or physical training space for personnel. Local officials have previously noted that expanding on-site accommodations is critical to meeting response needs in a growing community.
Lindsey Training Field
Another major project enabled by the combined funding is the creation of Lindsey Training Field. This facility will serve as a dedicated training site for fire and emergency response personnel. Plans call for constructing a classroom for instruction, three truck bays and a new burn house designed for live-fire training exercises. Such infrastructure is intended to enhance the readiness and safety of emergency responders.
New Animal Shelter Facility
Public safety and animal control services will both benefit from improvements in animal care infrastructure. The bond and supplemental funds will help finance the construction of a new, temperature-controlled animal shelter facility. Current animal control facilities in Canyon have limited capacity, and upgrades are seen as necessary to meet community standards and operational requirements.
City Hall Renovations
As part of a broader effort to reconfigure municipal facilities, portions of City Hall will also be renovated. With the police department relocating to the former Gold Star building, internal space previously used for law enforcement functions will become available. Renovations are planned to house other municipal departments that will move into the freed space, streamlining city operations and improving service delivery to residents.
Next Steps and Project Management
To oversee the construction and renovation efforts, Canyon’s City Commission has authorized contract negotiations with Paige & Associates Contractors Inc. to serve as the construction manager for the suite of projects. Final contract terms and timelines have not yet been released, but authorities have indicated that design development and permitting efforts are underway.
Context and Community Impact
The bond and the USDA grant reflect a broader strategy by city leaders to improve infrastructure in tandem with population growth. Canyon’s last large investment in police and fire facilities dates back to the construction of the City Complex in the mid-1970s, and local officials have described the current upgrades as necessary to keep pace with the city’s evolution.
Shortly after voters approved the public safety bond in May 2025, the city also adjusted its property tax rate to support ongoing operations, including funding debt service tied to the bond. The additional federal infusion of $1.4 million not only augments local resources but also mitigates some financial pressure on taxpayers by offsetting a portion of the overall project costs.
