ITHACA, N.Y. (WHCU) — Ithaca’s new fire station is going to cost more than anticipated.
Officials plan to build the station at the intersection of Elmwood Avenue and Dryden Road. The current East Hill Fire Station is located on College Avenue – that building will be demolished.
Former Ithaca Fire Chief Tom Parsons says construction prices are rising because of inflationary pressures.
The project is estimated to cost over $8 million. As part of the relocation agreement, the city is receiving $5.1 million from the developer.
On Wednesday, Ithaca’s Common Council approved the plan.
