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Commission approves change to standing‑seam metal roof for Meriwether County Courthouse renovation
Summary
Project team recommended switching the approved TPO roofing to a standing‑seam metal roof for the Courthouse phase 1 to extend the structure’s life and secure longer warranties; the board approved the change with staff directed to finalize color selection and warranty paperwork.
Representatives for the courthouse renovation project explained a recommended change from the originally proposed TPO roofing system to a pre‑finished standing‑seam metal roof for phase 1 of the Meriwether County Courthouse renovation. Staff said the metal roof provides improved warranty coverage (30‑year finish warranty from paint, 5‑year workmanship warranty from contractor, and a 20‑year weather warranty from the manufacturer) and could lower long‑term maintenance costs.
Contractor representatives and engineering staff answered commissioners’ questions about gutters, mock‑ups and color choices. The board approved a motion to adopt the metal roof and asked staff to handle final color selection and warranty paperwork; a copper‑bronze finish was recommended in discussion but staff will bring physical samples before final selection.
What’s next: Staff will obtain material samples for final color selection, complete warranty paperwork and continue the scheduled six‑month renovation program now underway.
