The Legislature received a status update presentation regarding status of the Department of Transportation maintenance facility relocation project, which will move the facility from the Cayuga Inlet waterfront to property currently owned by Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport. Kathleen Joy and Eric Buck of NYS Department of Transportation Syracuse Regional Office showed current site and project drawings, encouraging continued public input. Prior to the presentation, during public privilege of the floor, four Hillcrest Road residents addressed the Legislature expressing concern about the project and adverse effects it would produce for their properties and the residential character of the Town of Lansing.
The project’s Draft Environmental Assessment will be presented and reviewed at an open house and public hearing Wednesday, January 16, 4-6 p.m. at Lansing Town Hall, 27 Auburn Road. Public comment will be received until February 2.