By Jane Musgrave
The town of Manalapan could be getting a refurbished fire station and possibly a revamped Town Hall.
A tentative plan to launch what would be one of the most expensive projects in town history was spurred by changes in fire rules, such as those that require additional firefighters to work each shift, said Assistant Town Manager Eric Marmer.
But, he said, the fire station, which is attached to the administrative complex, isn’t the only part of the building that needs work. The 43-year-old building has been plagued by roof leaks. While modernizing the fire station, it makes sense to address other problems, he said.
“It’s not a huge rush,” Marmer said. “We’re going to slowly roll through the process and see where we’re at.”
In about a month, the town plans to advertise for proposals from firms to review better ways of utilizing existing space. Then an architect would be hired to come up with proposals and cost estimates. Finally, a construction manager would be hired.
Since Palm Beach County Fire Rescue uses the station to serve town residents, Marmer said the county would pick up some of the costs. It is likely a bond issue would be needed to fund construction.
“It’s a long-term project,” he said. “It is a big project but a worthy one.”
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