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Commission weighs restoring vintage Lake Pendry wooden sign; repair estimated at $2,000–$3,000
Summary
Members reviewed a large vintage wooden sign reportedly behind the museum and discussed options including light restoration, clear coating, mounting at City Beach, or a more extensive $2,000–$3,000 rehabilitation; they will ask a contractor (Corey from Burlwood) to assess feasibility and costs.
A large, approximately 8‑foot vintage wooden sign that had been stored behind the museum prompted a discussion at the Oct. 14 meeting about whether to restore and rehang it at a public location.
Why it matters: commissioners said the piece is part of local vintage public art and could be a low‑cost way to activate a public wall or screen an eyesore, but members also described advanced wood rot and cracking that may limit useful life or increase restoration costs.
Condition, cost and options A local artist/contractor inspected the sign and estimated that returning it to near original condition would cost approximately $2,000–$3,000. Commissioners said the wood is degraded in places, paint flakes off when touched, and some sections may require backing or replacement. One member estimated a clear coat and paint touch‑up could cost a few hundred dollars (roughly $300–$400). Commissioners noted that city SIRRA funds cannot be used to restore the piece and that alternative funding would be needed for a full restoration.
Possible placements and responsibilities Commissioners discussed mounting the sign at City Beach to screen a chain‑link fence and increase foot‑traffic visibility, and they considered whether a local artist or shop (referred to in the meeting as Corey from Burlwood/Burrowood) could take on salvage or stabilization work. Members also considered a call for artists or a small stipend to encourage a local craftsman to undertake restoration. The commission asked staff to obtain photos and to contact Corey to determine his interest and capacity to move, restore, or weatherproof the piece.
Quotations from the meeting "It would cost probably 2 or $3,000 to get it back to what it was originally," a commissioner said after a contractor assessment of the sign.
Forward look Staff will provide photos and follow up on whether Corey or another local craftsman will assess transport and restoration options. The commission did not vote on restoration funding and will return to the item after receiving cost estimates and contractor availability.
