The Thorn (MI) Volunteer Fire Department is close to getting its new headquarters, reports wcbi.com.

Work was recently completed on the shell of a metal building which will serve as the new facility for the department.

Officials say there were no grants available for the project, as the average local median household income is too high. Instead, the department is fundraising in the community and has thus far raised $95,000 of Phase Three’s required $100,000, according to the report.

The more modern station—the current facility was built in the 1980s—will also improve the department’s fire rating from the state, which in turn lowers insurance rates for the community. In addition, it will improve response times and give the department some much-needed extra space. Officials hope the new station will be ready this year.

The county did secure a grant for the construction of a storm shelter to be built on the west side of the station, the report says.

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