For many years Scappoose had its city offices and fire department located in this building. Also in this building was the common alarm button to summon volunteer firemen out on calls.
1969 - Fire house erected. Later the city moved its offices into the building and then later added the two story end to the building. At the left, library facilities were housed. Ultimately, the complex held the library, city recorder's office, council chambers, fire house and sleeping and recreation room for the volunteer firemen.