The Clayton Town Council approved a proposal to repair the concrete slab in the town’s fire station after reviewing two bids and discussing possible change-order costs.

Council members discussed the slab’s multiple cracks, varying elevations and damaged drainage that have caused water to run to the building edge rather than into the original drain. A council speaker said the section of concrete “used to be a drain” and that repairs would prevent rot and extend the building’s useful life. Staff member Pete and another staff member, Dave, inspected the building and raised concerns about slab thickness and future equipment loads.

The nut graf: Council members framed the repairs as both a safety and asset-management issue for a building that may later serve as a town garage if the fire department relocates. The council noted $30,000 is in the current budget for work on that building.

In discussion, staff warned of a foreseeable change order of $4,450.02 if the existing slab thickness exceeds 6 inches and up to an additional charge if the thickness reaches 10 inches, which would require additional removal time, labor and concrete disposal. A council member asked staff to verify slab thickness; staff said the original building records were not available and suggested the slab could be examined directly to determine thickness.

A motion to set the proposal for approval passed by voice vote (all in favor). The council did not specify a contractor name in the record provided here, nor did the minutes in the transcript include the mover and seconder by name.

The meeting record shows council members also discussed drainage options including a slotted or “slit” drain running toward the garage door and the use of a grated or French drain design to improve slope and flow. Members noted recent heavier fire apparatus and reinforcement considerations (6 inches with fiber reinforcement was mentioned) when weighing repair longevity.

Ending: Staff was directed to proceed with the approved proposal and to follow up on slab-thickness verification and any necessary change orders; no detailed timetable for work completion was stated in the transcript.