Fourth District Police Station conditions
Montgomery County
Summary
The Wheaton 4th District station is obsolete and, per Councilmember Luedtke, "not habitable." The $994,000 supplemental funds moving staff to Reddie Drive while a new station is built on the current site. Residents should see minimal service disruption, with prisoner processing and evidence handled at Park Police headquarters.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 15, 2026.
Impact analysis
$994,000 from reserves — actually a net gain of about $680,000 to the general fund thanks to a canceled $1.7 million purchase order.
Wheaton-area residents and 4th District officers, who get a safe, functional temporary station and a path to a new one.
Officers currently exposed to mold, rodents and unhealthy conditions at the existing station.
Mentions & discussions (2)
PS Committee Worksession - Jun 15, 2026
The Wheaton 4th District station is obsolete and, per Councilmember Luedtke, "not habitable." The $994,000 supplemental funds moving staff to Reddie Drive while a new station is built on the current site. Residents should see minimal service disruption, with prisoner processing and evidence handled at Park Police headquarters.
Council Session - May 12, 2026
The FOP testified officers are working in a building with rats, mold and health hazards; $994,000 is proposed for a temporary move to the Wheaton Building, but the union wants a permanent new station.
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