The Niles Herald-Spectator recently published an article discussing potential collaboration between the villages of Niles and Morton Grove to build a shared fire station. The mayors of Niles and Morton Grove are currently exploring the idea of combining resources to construct a joint firehouse. This proposal is still in the early stages, with no official decisions made yet. Niles Mayor Andrew Przybylo believes that building a single new facility could be more cost-effective than repairing both existing stations. He emphasized that while the fire departments would remain separate, the shared infrastructure might lead to long-term savings. “It makes sense financially to invest in one modern firehouse rather than two aging buildings,†he said. Morton Grove’s current fire department operates out of two locations: its main station at the intersection of Lincoln and Callie Avenues, and a second station at 8954 Shermer Road. Niles has two fire stations as well—one at Dempster Street and Cumberland Avenue, and another at 6611 Jarvis Avenue. Przybylo pointed out that both fire stations are in need of significant repairs. Given the high costs of renovation, he sees a shared facility as a logical step forward. “If we each spend millions on our own buildings, why not combine efforts and build something better for less?†he asked. He also noted that the two villages are geographically close, and their emergency response systems already overlap. Fire trucks from both departments often respond to incidents in each other's areas, making a shared location more efficient. However, several challenges remain. Finding a suitable site and securing funding are key hurdles. So far, the discussions have been informal, but both sides seem open to the idea. Ryan Horne, the village administrator of Morton Grove, said his community isn’t opposed to the plan and would consider it seriously if it moves forward. Thanks, Ron. Timing Belt Replacement,Serpentine Timing Belt Replacement,Fan Belt,Fan Belt Replacement Zhoushan Aosheng Auto Transmission Belt Manufacturing Co., Ltd. , https://www.aoshengbelt.com