In recognizing the importance of shaping the physical,
intellectual and social
environment in which Borough residents and administrators
work, the
Borough of Emmaus engaged in a process to establish a vision
for its Borough
Hall and its development over time. The Borough hired RMP
architects to
analyze existing conditions, tabulate existing space
utilization, project future
space needs and develop a Master Plan for physical
improvements to the
existing building and site. RMP based the Master Plan
upon the Borough’s
identified needs and developed it as a dynamic tool to be
reviewed, refined
and updated over time. Its principles and guidelines
articulate an enduring
and timeless vision for the Borough of Emmaus.
As a result of the Master Plan, the Borough of Emmaus
will build a new Police
Station and renovate the Borough Hall, with both projects
being designed by
RMP. Phase 1 is a new 10,570 sf Police Station facility
located on an adjacent
block to the existing 8,800 sf Borough Hall. The new
facility will features a public reception area with the
Mayor's office, administrative offices and work rooms,
Detective and Sergeant offices surrounding a patrol squad
room, secure detainee processing area, holding cells,
interrogation rooms, secure evidence storage and evidence
processing labs, locker rooms, lounge, training room,
bicycle storage, an eight car garage, and a two car secure
garage. The new Police Station's site placement will
also create a plaza to accommodate community events.