BINGHAMTON, N.Y. – May 14, 2015 – (RealEstateRama) — Mayor Richard C. David today announced that demolition has started on the former Magic City Ice building at 310 Front St. in Binghamton.
“This dilapidated eyesore will no longer greet residents and visitors as they enter the City,” said Mayor David. “As we invest millions in the Front Street Gateway Project, demolishing this building will provide a fresh start for the First Ward. These two projects will radically change first impressions of Binghamton.”
Mayor David first announced the demolition plans during his 2015 State of the City Address.
The City is tearing down the structure before work beings on the Front Street Gateway Project, a $5 million plan for full street reconstruction, new curbs, sidewalks and period lighting, and water and sewer upgrades from Prospect St. to Winding Way. Construction will begin this fall on that multi-year project.
The City will incorporate the parcel in its overall redesign of the Front Street Gateway, with plans for improved landscaping and signage.
The project, costing $37,206, will be paid for by federal Community Development Block Grant funds. All Around Excavating, of Johnson City, is performing the demolition.
The building at 310 Front St. was built in 1924 and over the years operated as Magic City Ice and Cutler Ice Company. In November 2012, Broome County acquired the property for delinquent taxes. In April 2013, the City of Binghamton purchased it from Broome County for $1.
