Councillor Angela Feeney says funding must be found, and a feasibility study will determine whether the fire station can be repurposed or if a new building will be required.
Maynooth is a growing town of more than 17,000 people - but it still has no community centre.
A campaign is underway to turn the old fire station site, due to become available later this year, into a community hub.
Labour councillor Angela Feeney says the petition will help strengthen the case.
She said it is “ridiculous” that residents have to pay hotels to host events or performances.
Councillor Feeney says funding must be found, and a feasibility study will determine whether the fire station can be repurposed or if a new building will be required.
The petition is available on Change.org and on the Maynooth Notice Board on Facebook.

Kfm Obituary Notices
Kildare Represented By Three Teams At National Bowls Competition
National Parents Council Conference Taking Place In Kildare School This Weekend
Yellow Fog Warning Issued For Kildare
"No Movement" On Safety Upgrades To "Dangerous" Newbridge Bus Stop, Says Cllr
Almost €68K Announced For Kildare Community Centres
Sallins Man Onboard Diverted Aer Lingus Flight Shares His Experience