Now, the 19,000 square feet, $5 million facility is nearly complete and ready for the grand opening to be held at the station Aug. 25 at 10 a.m.  

At the celebration, Padovan said they’ll have bounce houses and snacks along with tours of the station and trucks. They’ll also invite the public to participate in a ceremonial “push-in” of one of the fire trucks into the station.

Fire department officials are in discussions with several manufacturers to decide on the engine that will be the best fit for the departments. Gantz said the department plans to buy a truck that is an engine and a ladder truck combined.  

The new truck will replace a 1971 model that isn’t up to current standards, Gantz said. Having a fleet that meets current safety standards is imperative, Borough Manager Mario Leone said.

 

The department will have to scrap the old engine or donate it to a fire academy under the terms of the grant.