Years of deliberation and construction have paid off with a fully modern $17.1 million fire station that will house a ladder truck, an engine company, a central Greenwich volunteer unit and administrative offices. Town officials say the new facility will lead to better fire protection in the main commercial district, as well as more efficient operation overall.
The three-story building was built to be energy-efficient and comfortable for the seven to nine firefighters who will be living there around the clock.
Fire Chief Peter Siecienski said he hoped that the new firehouse would be seen as an inviting place, recalling the looks of wonder that youngsters had when they encountered fire trucks on the street outside.
“It belongs to the community. It’s a building that should have a sense of warmth to it,” he said. “And it will last well in excess of 50 years.”