Loveland Dedicates New Chief Otto J. Huber Fire Station 63

Residents, city leaders, and members of the Loveland-Symmes Fire Department gathered Saturday, May 30, to celebrate the official opening and dedication of the new Chief Otto J. Huber Fire Station 63, a state-of-the-art facility designed to serve the community for decades to come.

The event marked the culmination of years of planning and construction and provided residents with an opportunity to tour the new downtown station, meet firefighters, and learn more about the department’s operations. The celebration included a ribbon-cutting ceremony, station tours, and fire service traditions honoring both the department’s history and its future.

Located at 220 E. Loveland Avenue, the new station replaces the department’s longtime downtown firehouse. City officials say the modern facility significantly improves firefighter safety, operational efficiency, and emergency response capabilities while providing room for future growth.

Named in honor of longtime Fire Chief Otto J. Huber, the station recognizes a leader whose dedication helped shape fire and emergency medical services in the Loveland community. Throughout the dedication ceremony, speakers reflected on Huber’s commitment to public service and the lasting impact he had on generations of firefighters.

The more than 10,000-square-foot facility features multiple apparatus bays, updated living quarters, training areas, offices, and enhanced storage space for equipment. Unlike the former station, the new design allows emergency vehicles to enter and exit more efficiently, reducing response times and improving safety for both firefighters and the public.

The project was developed after city officials determined that renovating the aging downtown station would not adequately address modern operational needs. The new facility was designed to meet current fire service standards while ensuring that firefighters have the resources necessary to respond to emergencies throughout the city and surrounding areas.

Saturday’s dedication also featured a ceremonial procession from the former station to the new facility and a traditional hose-coupling ceremony, symbolizing the connection between the department’s proud history and its future mission.

For many residents, the open house provided a first look inside the station and an opportunity to thank the firefighters who serve the community every day. Families toured the apparatus bays, explored fire equipment, and learned about the department’s emergency response operations.

As the doors officially opened on Chief Otto J. Huber Fire Station 63, city leaders described the project as both a tribute to the past and an investment in Loveland’s future. The new station stands as a lasting commitment to public safety, ensuring that residents and businesses will continue to receive high-quality fire and emergency medical services for generations to come.

All photos by Ryan Kulik