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Chelsea officials say Station 32 renovation progressing; mayor says project exceeds $1 million and uses remaining ARPA funds
Summary
City officials reported Aug. 19 that work at Fire Station 32 on Highway 69 is moving forward: dirt work is complete, concrete forming was imminent and interior framing is underway. Mayor Tony Pickleseimer said the renovation is "a little over a million dollars" and that remaining ARPA funds are being used.
City officials reported to the Chelsea City Council on Aug. 19 that renovation work at Fire Station 32, located on Highway 69, is advancing and is funded in part from remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) dollars.
Chief Joe Lee gave a construction update during the mayor’s report, saying crews are preparing to pour concrete and that dirt work is complete. “They've done good to the framing on the inside. Y'all are welcome to stop by there anytime if you want to see it,” he said.
Mayor Tony Pickleseimer added that the project is “a little over a million dollar renovation project to Station 32 there on Highway 69” and stated the city is using the balance of its ARPA funds for the work.
Council did not take formal action on the project during the meeting; the remarks were a status update. The council did not provide a detailed budget breakdown, construction schedule or contingency plan during the discussion.
Residents and other officials were invited to view progress on the site; no public comments about the project were recorded in the meeting minutes.
