The Splash Pad Is Here and Harrison Is Ready to Celebrate Together
Something families in Harrison have been asking for is finally here. After years of planning, coordination, and steady work behind the scenes, the City’s new splash pad at the Harrison Community Center is ready to open, and the community is invited to be part of the moment that brings it to life. On Thursday, May 21, from 5 to 8 p.m., residents are invited to a ribbon cutting celebration where the Mayor will officially activate the splash pad for the first time, marking the b
Project Lifesaver: A Program That Just Proved Why It Matters
Some public safety programs are designed for the moments you hope never come. Recently, one of those moments did come, and Harrison firefighters were ready. For nearly 15 years, the Harrison Fire Department has operated Project Lifesaver, a specialized program designed to help locate individuals who may wander and become lost. Until recently, most of that work happened through training and preparation. Last week, it became something more. A real-world rescue. Firefighters wer
Harrison Announces Land Donation for Future Public Safety Center
A smart investment in public safety often starts long before construction begins. The City of Harrison has received a generous donation of approximately 5.5 acres of land that will allow the City to move forward with plans for a future Public Safety Center on Edgewood Road near the Trailhead Development. The donated site is planned for a combined fire station and public safety facility designed to serve one of the fastest-growing areas of the community. Once operational, the
Construction Update: New Haven Road and State Street
As we move further into spring, a few smaller infrastructure projects are getting underway across Harrison. These are targeted improvements designed to address specific issues and keep things moving smoothly as we head into the warmer months. New Haven Road Resurfacing Work will begin next week on a short section of New Haven Road, near the bridge where the pavement has shifted over time. This project will mill down the existing surface and apply a fresh layer of pavement, cr
