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With Seneca St. parking garage closed, what to know about parking in downtown Ithaca

With Seneca St. parking garage closed, what to know about parking in downtown Ithaca

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ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — Parking is on the mind of a top Ithaca official. 

Acting City Manager Dominick Recckio tells 607 News Now the permanent closure of the garage on Seneca St. puts parking into a higher focus. 

On-street and other garage parking are good options, Recckio said.

At the May 6 Common Council meeting, Recckio announced the Seneca St. garage would permanently close after more than 50 years on service.

FULL INTERVIEW: Acting Ithaca City Manager Dominick Recckio on 607 This Morning

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