ITHACA, N.Y. (WHCU) — The price to reduce greenhouse gasses is ballooning.
Phase one of the Green Facilities Capital Project in Tompkins County was approved last year for $7.3 million. The cost has now nearly doubled.
County Administrator Lisa Holmes says the project is crucial to finish.
On Thursday, officials authorized about $7 million in additional funding. Further approval is needed from the Budget Committee.
Phase one of the project to set to be completed next year.
