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Residents urge Burr Ridge to deny permits for Tri-State fire station expansion over health and neighborhood concerns
Summary
Residents told the board they oppose an $18 million Tri-State fire facility expansion, citing carcinogen exposure during vehicle repairs, increased traffic and noise, and urged moving expansion to an industrial area; speakers said they have contacted the EPA and referenced past local contamination experiences.
Multiple residents addressed the board during public comment on Feb. 23 to oppose a proposed expansion of the Tri-State fire repair facility and a related $18 million bond. Barbara Pearson and Carissa Means said the project would increase vehicle repair activity and emissions near homes and that prior local contamination incidents left…
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