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Council approves ARPA funds for library doors, defers $300,000 YMCA pool request for further review
Summary
The council approved $18,733 in ARPA funds to replace automatic doors at the Peck Center and continued consideration of a $300,000 Bayside YMCA pool resurfacing request to the Nov. 4 meeting to review funding options and deadlines.
The Barrington Town Council approved $18,733 in ARPA funds Oct. 7 to replace failing automatic front doors at the Peck Center, which serves the library, senior center and museum.
Library Director Christian Behrend explained the current sliding doors are nearly 20 years old, allow uncontrolled HVAC infiltration, and occasionally fail to hold safety latches; a vendor quote for swing doors totaling $18,733 was presented.
‘‘We had gotten a quote for a new door from Bill Lazotte, Architectural Glass and Aluminum Incorporated… his quote was for $18,733,’’ Behrend said.
Vice President Humm moved to allocate $18,733 in ARPA funding for the replacement; the council voted unanimously to approve the expenditure.
Separately, Ryan Quinn, executive director of the Bayside Family YMCA, requested $300,000 in ARPA funding to resurface and rehabilitate the YMCA’s outdoor swimming pool. Councilors praised the YMCA’s community role but noted the town’s remaining ARPA balance would not cover the full request. After questions about allowable ARPA uses and timing, the council voted to continue consideration of the YMCA proposal to its Nov. 4 meeting so staff and YMCA representatives could develop a more detailed plan for potential allocation and compliance with ARPA deadlines.
Karen Santilli, CEO of Greater Providence YMCA, said the organization had recent quotes and could move quickly if funding were approved.
Councilors emphasized the need for further details on the funding gap and alternatives before committing ARPA dollars.
